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Summer 2011
Norwood appoints
new Chief Executive
Theo’s Business
Breakfast boost
Volunteers survey
result is happiness
Focus on Inclusive
Recruitment
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Welcomes
What’s inside
Welcome to the Summer 2011 edition of Norwood Now,
which highlights the achievements of the people who
use our life-changing services, the dedicated staff and
volunteers who support them to fulfil their potential, and
the fundraisers whose generosity and commitment to
Norwood makes all this vital work possible.
The difference we make
These inspiring stories, and the many others contained within Norwood
Now, demonstrate that we have a bright future ahead of us, despite the
significant challenges we have faced in recent months. As you will read, we
have reached an agreement with our staff about a necessary restructuring
of our Adult Services in the light of a significant reduction in our government
funding. We are now working positively with them to ensure these crucial
services continue to develop for the benefit of those who use them.
The funds we raise
Highlights from our fundraising activities
9-11
The support you give
12-13
The job we do
14-15
Read our inspiring volunteer stories
Meet the staff who make a difference
A message from
the President
Welcome to the new edition of Norwood
Now. As President of Norwood, I am
extremely proud of the way in which
Norwood continues to be a beacon of
excellence within the Community. In
June, I attended the official opening of
a facility at the new JCoSS school which
has been developed in partnership with Norwood for
pupils with autistic spectrum conditions.
Our Family Centre in Hendon is also adjusting to the loss of local authority
funding for Sure Start services to the Community. Despite this financial
setback, along with our partner organisation, the London Jewish Family
Centre, we are committed to continuing to provide these important services
for young children and their families where possible.
There’s no denying that times will continue to be financially tough but, with
the on-going support of the Community and the dedication of our staff,
fundraisers, donors and volunteers, we hope that Norwood will go from
strength to strength as we continue to roll out our three-year strategic plan,
which places the needs and wishes of our service users at the heart of
everything we do.
The unit, called the Pears Special Resource Provision
(PSRP) in recognition of the support and generosity of
the Pears Foundation, is unique within a faith school and
gives pupils with complex learning needs the chance to
be taught in a mainstream environment alongside their
siblings, friends and peers. It is a shining example of the
way in which voluntary organisations can work alongside
local authorities and educational establishments to provide
first-class services that create real opportunities for the
people who use them.
Norma Brier, Chief Executive
As you may know, our long serving Chief Executive,
Norma Brier is retiring from Norwood after 22 years
of loyal service in various roles. On behalf of all our
stakeholders, I would like to thank her sincerely for her
tireless and incredible efforts for the Charity. It is a
tribute to her vision and dedication that Norwood has
been able to provide the best possible social care for
our Community’s most vulnerable children and adults.
I am delighted to announce that we have now appointed Elaine Kerr to be her
successor. Elaine joins us from Chai Cancer Care, where as CEO she has
led the organisation through a period of sustained growth and development.
We are confident that under her leadership, Norwood will continue to improve
and develop its vital services to meet the needs and expectations of the
people who use them and their families. I know that Elaine is very excited at
the prospect of working alongside Norwood’s dedicated staff, volunteers and
supporters to ensure that we deliver our vision for the future.
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How we help to change lives
The magazine showcases numerous successes across
our Children & Family and Adult services, including
an exciting project which is enabling adults with
learning disabilities to travel independently within their
communities, as well as a ground-breaking initiative that is
widening the horizons of sixth form students with special educational needs.
Bernie Myers, Chairman
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The project was spearheaded by Norma Brier, Norwood’s
vastly experienced Chief Executive, who after two decades
at the helm, will be stepping down later this year. During
her tenure, she has transformed Norwood into a worldclass social care provider and although a tough act to
follow, she has laid extremely solid foundations on which
the Charity’s future growth will be based.
I would like to wish her the very best for her future and am
delighted that she will remain involved in Norwood’s work
as an Honorary Ambassador. I would also like to extend a
warm welcome to our new Chief Executive, Elaine Kerr.
Richard Desmond
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service news: the difference we make
Farewell Norma Brier
In a special article to mark her
retirement, we speak to long-serving Chief
Executive Norma Brier about her career
highlights. In recognition of her expertise
in the field of learning disabilities, Norma
was appointed Executive Director of
Ravenswood in 1989 and guided the
organisation through a period of rapid
growth. In 1996, she led Ravenswood’s
merger with Norwood Child Care, which
created one of the UK’s leading social
care organisations.
Describe one of your earliest memories
of Ravenswood?
I distinctly remember being greeted by
a resident, Roger, on one of my first
days and being told that I was one of 29
women at the village that day. From then
on he would always shout, ‘Norma Brier
is here’ on my arrival. We have remained
great friends ever since.
What is the greatest achievement of
your career?
My greatest achievement was helping to
bring Norwood and Ravenswood together
as a major service provider for both
children and adults. With the backing of
Trustees from both organisations, we
were able to take two small charities with
many overlapping services and transform
them into a world-class provider and
sector leader. There have also been
some other fantastic highlights, such
as the development and opening of
the Novi Dom service for children with
severe disabilities in Belarus, as well as
the Pears Special Resource Provision at
JCoSS, and my early work to help move
adults with learning disabilities, often
living in the most terrible conditions,
out of long-stay institutions and into
residential homes.
What is your fondest memory as Chief
Executive?
All my fondest memories of Ravenswood
and Norwood are to do with the people
who use our services. Working alongside
a fantastic team of professionals,
it’s been a privilege to see so many
thousands of people make such
astounding progress, particularly those
who were incorrectly regarded early on
by other professionals as ‘hopeless’.
Some children and adults came to
the organisation unable to speak or
walk, while other children came from
backgrounds that prevented them from
maximising their potential. However,
we’ve been able to help them find
opportunities and achieve success that
few dreamt was possible. I also fondly
remember taking part in seven bike rides
and getting to know the tandem riders.
People like Philip, Julian, Lawrence
and Geoffrey can rightly take credit for
encouraging me up those hills!
Is there anything that you would do
differently?
Nobody can be in any business or
organisation for 22 years without making
mistakes and disappointing people. I will
always be sorry for those occasions where
this has happened and would of course
do things differently with the benefit of
hindsight. However, when considered
within the entire spectrum of Norwood’s
work, I would hope that those incidents are
seen as very much in the minority.
What aspect of your retirement are you
most looking forward to?
I am looking forward to spending more time
with my family and doing some travelling. I
will continue my interest in the sector but
without all the day to day responsibilities
that the role of Chief Executive entails. I
shall always take great interest and pride
in Norwood and will support it in every way I
can. I will also know that every achievement
that I read about, is due to the hard work
of the professionals and volunteers that
makes these successes possible.
Norma Brier at the
Hackney Summer
Scheme
Restructuring of Adult Services
Following an extensive consultation period and a ballot
of members of the Unite union, Norwood has reached an
agreement on the restructuring of its Adult Residential Services.
Though unsettling for those concerned, the changes are
essential in order to ensure that Norwood can manage
within its budget while continuing to be at the forefront
of service provision for people with learning disabilities.
Together with its dedicated staff and volunteers, Norwood
is moving forward positively to ensure that everyone who
relies on its support, receives the help they need to live
the life they choose and reach their potential.
The Charity will now focus on the development of its
services and over the next year, all staff will have further
learning opportunities to help them work in personalised
and innovative ways with the people who rely on them. The
first of a series of ‘away days’ for new Assistant Managers
in Norwood’s Residential Care services took place in April.
The new post holders were highly enthusiastic following six
taster sessions that introduced them to the key elements
of their roles.
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Assistive Technology
is the future at Norwood
Ian Karten, a pioneer in the use of assistive technology and
founder of the Karten CTEC Centre at Ravenswood, sadly
passed away earlier this year at the age of 91. During his
life, Ian established over 100 similar centres, of which
Ravenswood was the first, and helped generations of people
with disabilities take greater control over their lives in order
to achieve their full potential.
Stephen Cohen
uses the
Karten CTEC
Centre
His vision is now reflected across Norwood’s services
and assistive technology is core to several new projects.
The Waking Nights project uses state-of-the-art sensors
to monitor residents during the night. The installation
of a co-ordinated system in care homes and supported
living residences in Ravenswood, means improved safety,
independence, and dignity for residents.
Another new project, Freedom Through Travel, has been
designed to improve the independence and quality of life of
people who use Norwood’s services. Following a generous
£235,000 grant from the Big Lottery Fund, the initiative,
which uses smartphone technology, will provide travel
training to 88 adults who use Norwood’s residential and
supported living services.
Prior to his death, Ian Karten was keen to develop
relationships with Middle Eastern organisations wanting to
explore and develop the benefits of assistive technology in
different parts of the world.
The new sensory room at
Buckets & Spades
Ravenswood was the first of four Karten CTEC Centre
locations to be visited in March by Middle Eastern delegates
from New York Charity, YAI and the Onaizah Association
for Development and Human Services in Saudi Arabia. The
representatives took the opportunity to meet with both staff
and residents, asking questions and familiarising themselves
with the centre’s ground-breaking technology.
If you ask me …
Romario
Romario, 17, attends Buckets & Spades (B&S),
Norwood’s short break service for children and young
people with physical and learning disabilities. The
following conversation took place using PDA technology.
What is your name?
Romario
New sensory room opened
at Buckets & Spades
A new state-of-the-art play and therapy facility for children who
use Buckets & Spades Lodge was officially opened in March.
The interactive sensory room, funded by a £30,000 grant from
the Philip Green Memorial Trust, contains a range of specialist
equipment designed to help both calm and stimulate children
with severe and multiple learning and physical disabilities.
What is your favourite
programme on TV?
Barney.
What is your favourite music?
Pop.
What makes you happy?
Going to Pizza Hut, swimming,
shopping.
What do you enjoy doing at B&S?
Playing on the computer.
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service news: the difference we make
Norwood’s
‘excellent’
transition projects
Hope launches Thinking
Skills projects
Following the success of last year’s pilot scheme, Hope
launched two Thinking Skills projects in local schools,
which ran throughout the recent academic year.
Staff worked closely with students who have
additional needs in order to help improve their
cognitive ability and unlock their potential.
Students were then taught to transfer their new
thinking skills to support successful learning in the
classroom.
The programmes incorporated specialist assessments,
a structured thinking skills approach and training
school teaching staff. Initial feedback has been
extremely positive with some students making
significant improvements in their cognitive abilities.
Special Olympians
coast to victory
Students and staff celebrate at
Binoh’s end of term party
The BTEC Workskills qualification offered by Binoh, Norwood’s
specialist education and therapy service, has been highly praised
following an external quality review by exam board, Edexcel. Its
report stated that the extent of planning and staff involvement was
‘excellent’ and this had led to ‘good development’ of the programme.
Special Olympians from Ravenswood returned from a
regional competition in Eastbourne with an impressive
haul of medals. A group of 20 residents battled strong
winds to win four golds, five silvers and nine bronzes in
athletic events ranging from 50m to 800m on the track,
and long jump and shot put in the field.
The BTEC aims to provide a varied educational, vocational and life
skills programme that helps students with additional educational
needs and learning difficulties prepare for the workplace, further
education or both. Under the qualification, Binoh staff work closely
with colleagues at Norwood’s WorkHub in Stanmore, to offer a taster
scheme which provides exposure to different work environments.
Support is also provided by Norwood’s Transition Social Worker.
Following a successful pilot in London last year, seven sixth-form
students from Jewish secondary schools, along with one recent
graduate, are currently benefiting from the scheme, which highlights
Norwood’s increasing focus on the provision of ‘transition’ services
to young people between the ages of 16 and 25.
Meanwhile, at Ravenswood, Norwood has helped to launch a transition
project, in association with Action for Inclusion, Wokingham Borough
Council, Thames Valley University, Reading College, Connexions, and
Addington School. Following a successful pilot scheme, Norwood has
received funding from the Young People’s Learning Agency for a 36
week, full-time course starting in September 2012.
Six 18-24 year olds have enrolled for the scheme, which eases
the transition into adult services and has been created in direct
response to demand and campaigning by local families. The use
of the Ravenswood site will also improve the quality of life of each
student by reducing travelling time and providing an environment that
is specially designed to meet the full spectrum of needs.
Julian Primhak in
the 4x100m relay
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Success at the WorkHub
Norwood’s WorkHub in Stanmore has seen
a number of successful developments over
the last year, including the Public Service
Agreement 16 (PSA 16) Regional Delivery
Plan. PSA 16 was a one year project
funded by the Department of Health
and run in partnership with the London
Borough of Barnet.
Jan Venga
had never experienced paid employment.
He now continues to work with the firms
during his days off.
Under the project, the WorkHub was
awarded £49,000 to help 16 adults with
learning disabilities find employment. The
grant funded additional Job Coach and
Coordinator support and resulted in parttime paid employment, both temporary and
permanent, for an above target 18 people.
Jan said: “Norwood let me try to do
different jobs and with the help of Daniel,
my job coach, we found out that I am
able to do paper shredding. Daniel and I
went to many different offices and asked
if they had any paper shredding work for
me and when someone said ‘yes’, I felt
so happy and proud of myself. I have
now worked in two different offices and it
is really good to know that I can do a job
that people appreciate. My family is also
really proud of me.”
Jan Venga, 22, from Barnet, was placed
in administrative roles at two local firms,
including estate agency Ellis & Co. Prior
to this, Jan, a student at Barnet College,
Since its launch in 2009, Norwood’s
employment service has supported 148
full-time, part-time, voluntary and work
experience placements.
JCoSS and PSRP officially
Giving
opened by Children’s Minister healthy
The Pears Special Resource Provision (PSRP), inspired and developed by Norwood in
partnership with JCoSS, was officially opened at a ceremony in June attended by Tim
Loughton MP, the Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Children and Families.
The PSRP provides state-of-the-art specialist facilities for students with autistic
spectrum conditions and is unique within a faith school.
living a
kick start
Last year, Norwood launched an exciting
new initiative to teach people with
learning disabilities about the importance
of a healthy lifestyle.
Tim Loughton MP
Communication Project rolls out
across Adult Services
Norwood plans to roll out its Communication Project across the organisation this
summer, in partnership with consultancy firm Ashworth and the charity MacIntyre.
The three year scheme will teach Norwood staff a range of skills so that they can
better understand and communicate with the people they support.
Under the project, made possible by a
£8,700 Healthy Heart grant from Heart
Research UK, Norwood has been able
to run regular ‘Healthy Heart‘ workshops
to help 140 adults who use its services
make informed choices about their
lifestyles and improve their health
through diet and exercise. Staff have also
been trained to ensure they have the
correct information and guidance in order
to help people maintain their lifestyle
changes. Meanwhile, the funding has
been used to introduce cardiovascular
fitness sessions that are appropriate to
the needs of each person.
Feedback from participants and staff
has so far been extremely positive. The
workshops and sessions have been
attended by a number of people who
previously led inactive lifestyles, while
others who attended taster sessions
have subsequently joined outside groups
to continue the sport of their choice.
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service news: the difference we make
Sure Start services will continue
Norwood will continue where possible,
to provide a wide range of services for
young children in north-west London
in partnership with the London Jewish
Family Centre (LJFC), despite losing
local authority funding for the Sure
Start programme.
Early Years services
at the Family Centre
Previously, the two organisations had
jointly delivered Early Years services
over 18 months to more than 1,400
children and their families as one
of 21 Sure Start Children’s Centres
in Barnet. These services, provided
at Norwood’s Kennedy Leigh Family
Centre in Hendon and LJFC in Golders
Green, include maternity, health and
family support.
Princess Anne makes Celebrating a
a royal entrance at
special Shabbat
Ravenswood
HRH The Princess Royal was welcomed by enthusiastic residents,
riders, staff and volunteers during a February visit to Ravenswood.
Princess Anne, President of the Riding for the Disabled Association
(RDA), watched a carriage riding and dressage display before being
invited to present special RDA awards and rosettes and meet
representatives from other sporting groups at Ravenswood, including
the Special Olympics and ten-pin bowling teams.
Congregants at the New North London Synagogue
(NNLS) gave a warm welcome to a group of Norwood
services users in June, as they hosted the first of
a series of special Shabbat dinners for the Charity.
Around 20 people who live in Norwood residential and
supported accommodation attended the service at the
congregation’s newly-opened building in East End Road,
before being invited to join around 50 NNLS members for
a three-course meal prepared by volunteers.
The special Friday night Shabbat service, jointly organised
by Norwood and NNLS, was specifically designed to be as
accessible and inclusive as possible. A proposed weekday
programme of activities will also open up the new NNLS
building to people who use Norwood’s services and other
adults with learning disabilities.
Children in Need
funding for Redbridge
Counselling Project
nts
Princess Anne prese
h
Michael Banbury wit
an RDA award
Children in Need has awarded £23,632 to Norwood
for the Redbridge Counselling Project, a scheme which
provides a secure and confidential environment for
children and young people in need of emotional support.
The project works in close partnership with local
schools, special educational needs co-ordinators and
parents, to offer children the opportunity to understand
and express their feelings, thoughts and emotions.
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Easy Read service news summary
Elaine Kerr is new Chief Executive
n Norwood’s Chief Executive
Norma Brier is retiring after
22 years in charge. Elaine
Kerr will be the new boss.
Changes in Adult Services
n Norwood and staff have
agreed on some big changes
to be made to Adult Services.
Technology is helping more people
n Norwood is using different
types of technology to help
adults who use its services
to communicate and travel
independently.
If you ask me…Romario
n Romario, who uses Buckets
& Spades, loves going to
Pizza Hut, swimming and
shopping.
New sensory room opens at
Buckets & Spades
n A new play and therapy
room has opened in Buckets
& Spades for children
and young people with
disabilities.
Norwood’s new services for
young adults
n Norwood has started a new
programme to help young
adults get a job when they
leave school.
Hope starts new Thinking Skills
project
n Hope has started a new
project offering help and
different types of therapies
to children who find learning
difficult.
Residents take part in Special
Olympics contest
n Residents from Ravenswood
took part in a Special
Olympics competition in
Eastbourne and won lots of
medals.
The success of Norwood’s
supported employment service
n Norwood’s employment service
is continuing to support many
people to find different types
of jobs and work experience.
Opening of new school service
n The Pears Special Resource
Provision (PSRP), which
Norwood helped to build,
opened at the new Jewish
Community Secondary School
(JCoSS).
New healthy lifestyle project
n Norwood has started a new
project to help people with
learning disabilities learn
more about how to live in a
healthy way.
Communication project for
Norwood staff
n Norwood is running a project
that will teach staff how to
communicate better with
people who use its services.
Sure Start services to continue
n The Kennedy Leigh Family
Centre lost funding for some
of its children’s services, but
it will continue to run them
where possible.
Children in Need donation
n Children in Need has given
Norwood almost £24,000
to run a project that gives
children and young people the
opportunity to talk about their
problems.
Special Shabbat dinner
n Norwood service users were
invited for a special Friday
night Shabbat service at New
North London Synagogue.
Princess Anne visits Ravenswood
n Princess Anne visited
Ravenswood to meet with
residents and tour the stables.
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fundraising news: the funds we raise
Matt Barbet and Lord Triesman
Property Lunch
raises £450,000
Norwood’s twelfth annual Property Lunch in June attracted more than
600 professionals from some of the country’s biggest firms, raising
a total of £450,000. The afternoon, held at the Marriott Grosvenor
Square, featured the annual Norwood Property Awards, which recognised
excellence and achievement within the industry over the past year. This
year’s categories included Newcomer of the Year, Residential Developer
of the Year, Deal of the Year and the Lifetime Achievement Award. The
four respective winners were Almacantar, the Manhattan Loft Corporation,
the Crown Estate and Investec.
Norwood also welcomed special guest Lord David Triesman, a Labour
peer and former Chairman of the Football Association, who was
interviewed by 5 News presenter Matt Barbet. During the interview, Lord
Triesman spoke candidly about the latest development in the FIFA bribery
row, his revelations about the scandal to a House of Commons select
committee, and his resignation from the FA.
Describing Norwood as a ‘remarkable’ charity, he said: “I’ve known
about Norwood’s work for quite some time and am delighted and
privileged to participate in this event. Being here helps you understand
the scope of Norwood’s work and how it reaches so many people,
helping them to overcome the difficulties they experience.”
£50,000 Golf Day
well above par
Over 100 golf enthusiasts helped raise £50,000 for Norwood at its
annual Golf Day at Dyrham Park Country Club in Barnet in June. In
addition to the tournament, participants enjoyed a breakfast reception,
followed by lunch during which the raffle was drawn. The event was
sponsored by C J O’Shea and associate sponsor Howard Kennedy.
Supporters are rising
to the challenge
2011 kicked off with a number of exciting challenges
for old and young, including walks, runs and cycles
across London and the South East.
The London Marathon in April was the first of this year’s
sporting fundraisers and saw 20 Norwood runners take
to the streets of the capital, raising a total of £90,000.
Younger challengers also joined in the action as toddlers
and their families headed to Shenley Park in Radlett in
May for Norwood’s Teeny Tiny Toddle.
Older children took to their bikes for
Norwood’s annual Junior Bike Ride on
Father’s Day in June, raising more than
£50,000. Hundreds of youngsters aged
seven to 14 and their families participated
in the 10 mile off-road adventure in Elstree.
1,300 cycling enthusiasts also
saddled up in July for the
16th Capital to
Coast bike ride
from Esher to
Hove. The scenic
60-mile ride raised
£250,000 for Norwood, the Cystic
Fibrosis Trust and the Down’s
Syndrome Association.
Shimon Fiddler leads the pack
at the Junior Bike Ride
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YN supporters
raising vital funds
YN has hosted a number of fundraisers for Norwood’s younger supporters in
the past few months, raising a total of £129,000 since March.
The role that the City should play in Britain’s economic recovery was the
main topic of debate at the third YN Finance Reception in March, which
raised £16,000 for Norwood. More than 150 young finance professionals
attended the event, whose guests included Lord James Sassoon, Mick
Davis, Anthony Alt and BBC Economics Editor Stephanie Flanders, at the
offices of leading law firm Mayer Brown.
More than 320 young property professionals headed to the YN Property
Awards Dinner in the same month. The event, held at the Hilton London
Metropole, raised £57,000. It was sponsored by Derwent London and
celebrated emerging young talent within the property industry.
In June, over 170 lawyers attended the YN Lawyers Reception, held at
Goldman Sachs. The evening, which raised £24,000, featured a panel
discussion about the copyright issues and legal minefield which surrounds
the Olympic Games and its branding.
Passion for
fashion raises
£20,000
Around 170 guests attended Norwood’s inaugural
Fashion Show at the De Vere Hunton Park Hotel
in February. The show featured
customised vintage clothing
made from stock donated to
Norwood’s charity shops and
re-crafted by designers Robert
Taylor and Bridget Wilson,
managers of the charity’s
shops in Barkingside and
Golders Green respectively.
Young sporting enthusiasts also raised £32,000 for Norwood during this
year’s YN Croatia bike ride and trek over the May Bank Holiday. The 27
fundraisers joined Norwood staff and several adults who use its services, for
a four-day bike ride and trek through the islands of southern Croatia.
Norwood Trustees, YN representatives and guest speakers
Norwood’s vintage wear
collection was a Fashion
Show highlight
What’s On
A full events listing can be viewed by visiting www.norwood.org.uk/events
WAGs Walk
Sunday 18 September 2011
London
020 8420 6922
[email protected]
Distressed Investing Dinner
Monday 10 October 2011
Claridge’s, London W1
020 8420 6850
[email protected]
Women in Business Breakfast
Tuesday 20 September 2011
Reed Smith, London EC2
020 8420 6922
[email protected]
YN Patrons Cocktail Party
Tuesday 25 October 2011
020 8420 6804
[email protected]
YN Media presents
YN Unplugged
Thursday 6 October 2011
London Film Museum,
London SE1
020 8420 6804
[email protected]
Thailand Bike Ride
29 October – 7 November 2011
Northern Thailand
020 8420 6829
[email protected]
www.norwood.org.uk/thailand
Annual Dinner
Monday 14 November 2011
Grosvenor House Hotel,
London W1
020 8420 6811
[email protected]
Israel Bike Ride
19 - 27 November
Dan to Eilat / Ashkelon to Eilat
020 8420 6829
[email protected]
YN Sport Court
Thursday 24 November 2011
SJ Berwin, London EC4
020 8420 6825
[email protected]
The Annual Charity Boxing Dinner
Tuesday 29 November 2011
Lancaster London Hotel, W2
020 8420 6829
[email protected]
Sahara Trek
29 January – 5 February 2012
Morocco
020 8420 6829
[email protected]
London Marathon
Sunday 22 April 2012
020 8420 6834
[email protected]
Vienna to Prague Bike Ride
6 -13 May 2012
020 8420 6829
[email protected]
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fundraising news: the funds we raise
Dragons’ Den’s Theo helps
Business Breakfast raise £90,000
Dragons’ Den panellist, Theo Paphitis, joined 200 business
professionals in February for Norwood’s annual Business
Breakfast, which was held at the Chancery Court Hotel in
Holborn and raised £90,000.
The serial entrepreneur was interviewed by Norwood
Trustee Neville Kahn, before taking questions from the
audience. He spoke about the necessity of creating jobs
to avoid a return to recession, the responsibilities of big
businesses towards charities as part of the ‘Big Society’
initiative, and the importance of striking the balance
between the rights of employees and employers.
Speaking after the event, Theo, who has appeared as
a guest speaker at previous Norwood events, said:
“Norwood epitomises what charities are all about. If
we’re talking about the Big Society, it’s exactly what
Norwood does. It delivers in the most practical, efficient
way and I know that every pound that is raised is
actually used.”
Theo Paphitis an
d Neville
Newman, Co-Cha
ir of the
Business Breakf
ast Committee
Norwood honours patrons
at annual cocktail party
Norwood’s Patrons and YN Patrons were honoured for their commitment to
the Charity’s life-changing work at this year’s annual cocktail party in March.
Norwood’s President Richard Desmond and Chief Executive Norma Brier welcomed
donors to the Halcyon Gallery in Mayfair, where guests enjoyed a drinks and
canapés reception followed by a private viewing of landscape art.
Ladies that
lunch raise
£12,000
Lucy Manning at
the Ladies Lunch
Ian Langdon, Laura and Oliver
Gershfield at the Patrons
Cocktail Party
Norwood raised £12,000 at a Ladies
Lunch in March, organised by the Charity’s
Food & Thought Committee. The event,
which featured a luxury raffle, was hosted
by the Haven Bistro & Bar in Whetstone
and was attended by Lucy Manning, ITV
Political Correspondent.
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volunteering news: the support you give
It’s official – our
volunteers are happy!
Barbara Whetlor, resident
Kite
Fred Gordon and Brenda
More than 85% of Norwood’s dedicated volunteers say they are happy
in their volunteering role, according to our first survey of volunteers. In
addition, 81% of volunteers said they felt valued for their contribution
to our work. The survey, carried out between April and June, was
completed by 256 volunteers - around 35% of the total - as part
of Norwood’s plan to raise the profile of volunteering within the
organisation.
The research showed that almost 32% were recruited through word of
mouth, highlighting the importance of social and family networks as a
method of getting people involved. 71% said that the initial interview
was either good or excellent, as was the information they were given
about volunteering at Norwood - with 64% giving it top marks. The
survey also found that volunteers were willing to help out even more,
with nearly 25% happy to be called upon at short notice.
One enthusiastic volunteer stated: “Everyone was fantastic, and I was
involved at the sharp end so quickly that my feet never touched the
ground. Remarkable!”
It was clear that the digital age was upon us with the majority of
volunteers preferring to be kept informed about Norwood’s work by
e-mail. Volunteers also appear to be motivated by the social aspects
of giving time, as many have asked for more opportunities to meet up
with other volunteers, a request which Norwood has taken on board.
Overall, the results of the survey are extremely positive, although
there is still room for improvement to ensure each and every volunteer
is happy in their role and feels valued. The findings of the survey will
be analysed in detail and used to influence the development of all
aspects of Norwood’s volunteering programme.
Sara Gerrard is new
YN Volunteering Chair
Sara Gerrard, former
ing Chair
Co-chair of the YN Social
Sara Gerrard, YN Volunteer
Committee, has been
appointed as YN’s new
Volunteering Chair. Sara,
who already sits on the
YN Board and on the YN
Lawyers Committee, has
been volunteering with
Norwood for many years.
She regularly attends many
of Norwood’s key events,
including the Annual Dinner,
and has also contributed to
a number of YN projects over
the years, including a number of Norwood Challenges.
Sara will act as ambassador for volunteering at YN events in order
to increase awareness of Norwood’s volunteering opportunities.
Her role will involve her linking volunteers with relevant services,
as well as activities such as Mitzvah Day.
Ravenswood pays
tribute to the ‘Two Bs’
For residents at Ravenswood, it may seem like just
yesterday when Barbara Whetlor and Brenda Kite first
began their weekly Up to You activity group. Now in
its second year, the group continues to welcome 12
participants from four different homes every Thursday for
activities such as games, puzzles, art, music and shows.
Explaining their decision to run the groups, Barbara, who
also works in Ravenswood’s coffee shop one day a week,
says: “After retiring as a carer at Ravenswood, I knew I
wanted to continue to help make a difference. Along with
the residents, we get so much out of Up to You, it’s a
great opportunity for everyone to get involved.”
Barbara and Brenda, who both live in nearby Crowthorne,
met whilst working together at a nearby residential home
for the elderly, before Barbara left to join Ravenswood’s
Annie Lawson School as a carer. Barbara’s husband,
Alan, also volunteers every afternoon by organising
special groups for the male residents.
Microsoft volunteers
visit Ravenswood
A team of 20 volunteers from Microsoft visited
Ravenswood in February to help paint and decorate
areas of the village. The team gave the Ravenswood bike
sheds and stables a makeover, painted areas of Copper
Beech and decorated the entrance hall in Ahava. Several
members of the team look forward to further volunteering
days at Ravenswood, which will be hosting at least two
more visits from Microsoft this year.
Volunteers from
Microsoft give the
stables a lick of paint
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Why not become
a befriender?
Andreea Sidon, from New Southgate, is just one of several young
Norwood volunteers who have taken up befriending in their spare
time. The 27-year-old initially heard about Norwood’s services
through a colleague and began befriending in January. Since then,
she has made good friends with 78-year-old David Levine, who has
mild learning disabilities and lives in Norwood accommodation in
Old Church Lane in Stanmore.
Andreea, who is originally from Romania, visits David at his home
every other Friday. She often takes him out for coffee or a bite to
eat with a support worker, or occasionally just sits and chats to
him at the home. David, who loves music, also enjoys going to
singalongs with Andreea and listening to records.
She says of the experience: “Volunteering at Norwood is a great
opportunity to meet new people and help others at the same
time. The residents and staff at Old Church Lane are so friendly, I
really feel like part of the family. I enjoy spending time with David
and I am privileged to call him my friend.”
Norwood has volunteer befriending vacancies at all its residential
and supported homes in Barnet, Harrow, Redbridge and at
Ravenswood. As a Norwood befriender, volunteers are able to
Andreea Sidon
and David Levine
take part in a variety of activities depending on the needs, level of
dependence and expectations of the service user. These include
activities such as going for a walk, visiting the cinema, going to a
coffee shop, reading to them, or accompanying them on an outing.
For more information about becoming a befriender, please contact
Esta Lewis on 020 8420 6947 or [email protected].
Harry celebrates Norwood
welcomes its new
90th birthday
with shop staff Ambassadors
Harry Vanderberg, one of Norwood’s longest
serving volunteers, celebrated his 90th birthday
in May, along with colleagues from the
Southgate shop where he has volunteered for
nearly sixteen years.
As a tribute to his huge commitment and
contribution to the Charity over the years,
Pauline Dixon and Holly Gosling, the previous
and current manager of the store respectively,
arranged a tea party at the shop where Harry
and his co-workers were treated to drinks,
snacks and a home-made birthday cake made
by fellow volunteer Nyree Cresswell. Harry Vanderberg cuts
his birthday cake
As part of its plans to promote greater volunteering
within the Charity, Norwood is launching ‘Volunteering
Ambassadors,’ an initiative designed to engage
volunteers in promoting and developing greater public
awareness of the Charity’s services, whilst encouraging
others to become volunteers. The Ambassadors will act
as advocates for best practice in their roles and will
help staff to identify ways in which Norwood can involve
more volunteers in its work.
The first task for the new Volunteering Ambassadors
will be to help Norwood attain the Investing in
Volunteers quality mark. Inspired by Investors in
People, Investing in Volunteers is the UK’s leading
quality accreditation framework and will demonstrate
the organisation’s commitment to the support and
involvement of its volunteers. The Ambassadors will be
supported by a steering group that will be chaired by
the Chief Executive.
If you would like to become a Volunteering Ambassador,
or want to find out more about the initiative and the
Investing in Volunteers quality mark, please contact
Jamie Ward-Smith at [email protected]
14 Norwood Now
A Day in the Life …
Lloyd Joseph, Premises Manager
“
”
When I first applied for a role at the Kennedy Leigh Family Centre (KLC) nearly two
and a half years ago, I was asked if I was able to multi-task – now I understand why!
Lloyd Joseph
Initially my role focused solely on administrative responsibilities. Since then, I have been
promoted to the position of Premises Manager, a role which requires me to oversee the
entire building and make sure that everything runs smoothly and according to plan. My
job is extremely varied and there is no such thing as a ‘typical day’ for me, as I’m always
running from one place to another. I am the centre’s designated Health and Safety Officer
and the go-to guy for any general problems, so I often have to think on my feet.
My main responsibility is to co-ordinate activities at the centre and ensure that the
building is used to its full advantage by services such as Binoh, the Norwood Nursery,
Unity, the Deli and Family Support. This can make for a busy schedule, as there are so
many different activities and groups at any given time. A few of my other responsibilities
include helping with volunteering events, managing the diary and petty cash, and dealing
with various building projects at the centre.
One of my favourite roles is occasionally helping out in the nursery - I was a kids
entertainer for 15 years, so naturally, I enjoy the crowd! I like to think that I bring an extra
helping of fun and laughter to the children.
Working in the front office means that I interact with everyone in the centre, including the
staff, volunteers, parents and children who use the services. I am very much a people’s
person and I enjoy helping others, so KLC is a really great environment for me to work in staff here are like one big family!
New job coaches
recruited for social
enterprise projects
Two new job coaches, Drew Needs and
Daniel Hyams, have been chosen to
pioneer the launch of an eco-friendly
Car Wash in Hatch End. The social
enterprise project is set to be the first
of many similar ventures which will help
adults with learning disabilities begin
their transition into employment, by
teaching them important skills which
will increase their potential to earn an
income from their work.
Job coach
Daniel
Hyams with
Ben Silver
Meet Norwood’s Music
Therapists
In June, the British Association for Music Therapy celebrated the first National Music
Therapy Week. Here, Lisa Margetts, Norwood’s Head Music Therapist, describes the
work of the music therapy team based at Ravenswood.
Music therapy is the focused and
specialised use of sounds and
music within an evolving therapeutic
relationship between a person with a
learning disability and their therapist. The
non-verbal medium of music can offer
a safe way to explore new methods of
communication and to build relationships
that can translate into everyday life.
People who use our services often
need support to address difficulties
relating to their emotional and mental
health. Through individual or group
sessions, people can express and share
challenging feelings and situations
which may be impeding their ability to
engage with others; for example, a music
therapy group can offer a secure setting
to explore key issues of communication
and friendship, and to share feelings and
experiences with others.
In 2009, music therapists travelled to
Novi Dom, a pioneering centre for children
erapy team
Norwood’s Music Th
with learning disabilities established
by Norwood in partnership with other
charities in Minsk, Belarus. The skills
sharing project supported staff to further
develop their relationships with the
children, while reinforcing person-centred
training provided by Norwood. The impact
of this work was reflected in the positive
feedback received from staff: “You have
helped to unite us, to bring us closer to
each other, and to the children.”
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staff news: the job we do
Profile: Craig Huddleston,
Placement Advisor
Craig Huddleston
Craig Huddleston joined the Norwood supported living
team as Placement Advisor in September 2010. Prior to
this, he worked as a Team Leader for support organisation
Partners in Support, which involved relocating individuals
from secure services into new accommodation. Craig
enjoys rugby, working out, golf and socialising.
What do you do on a typical day?
My job largely involves researching the ways in which
we can meet each person’s wants and needs as part of
Norwood’s person-centred planning process. I meet with
families to explain the ways in which Norwood can help,
and liaise with local authorities in order to make it all happen.
What is your greatest achievement?
My biggest achievement involved working closely with a person who had severe
learning difficulties at my previous employment. My role involved helping develop his
communication skills and community participation and as a result of my input, he now
communicates freely and is a great deal more sociable, despite years of challenging,
anti-social behaviour. Knowing that my contribution had such an impact on changing his
life, is intensely fulfilling. The experience made me realise how much I wanted to work
somewhere like Norwood, where I am able to help people like him every day.
What inspires you?
Helping to change people’s lives. Working at Norwood is an excellent opportunity to really
make a difference through helping those who need it most. My job allows me to see the
results of everyone’s hard work here.
If you could invite three guests to a dinner party, who would they be?
Martin Johnson, Nelson Mandela and Freddie Mercury. I’m sure we would have a lot to
talk about!
TSI
Norwood
Norwood recently launched a three
year project which aims to train all
staff to support the adults who use
its services, to engage in and learn to
perform the everyday tasks most of us
take for granted, from making a drink
to cleaning their bedrooms. While
staff will always be there to support
these activities, it is vital that people
are given the opportunity to be as
independent as possible.
The ground-breaking project in Active
Support and Training in Systematic
Instruction (TSI) will train all staff in
Registered Care, Supported Living and
Life Long Learning services to break
down and teach day to day tasks in
a way that a person with a learning
disability will be able to understand.
The project, which began in February,
will help Norwood staff to provide a
consistent approach when supporting
people, regardless of which service
they might be using.
Development of inclusive
recruitment scheme
Norwood is continuing to roll out its inclusive recruitment
scheme, which involves the people who use Norwood’s
services in the interview and selection process of new
staff. As well as encouraging inclusivity amongst service
users, the scheme will help potential employees to
familiarise themselves with Norwood’s service users from
the initial stages of the recruitment process.
Ravenswood residents Pauline Silver and Peter Girvan
were present during HR Advisor Gina Khan’s interview in
April. The pair used prompt cards in order to remember
the two questions they each asked during the course of
the interview. They also discussed Gina’s hobbies and
favourite pastimes.
Gina enjoyed meeting Pauline and Peter as it helped
her understand more about Norwood’s work. She says:
“Inclusive recruitment is a valuable recruiting tool which
helps prospective employees understand what Norwood is
really about. It is important to allow service users to get
involved in all aspects of the organisation with direct input
in the decision making process, as it gives them a sense
of responsibility, a feeling of being respected.”
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Patrons
Patron Her Majesty The Queen Patron of Children’s Services Cherie Blair President Richard Desmond Chief Executive Norma Brier
Honorary Life Presidents Sir Trevor Chinn, Clive Marks OBE, Sir Evelyn de Rothschild, Carol Sopher
Trustee Board Bernie Myers (Chair), Julia Chain (Deputy Chair), Andrew Viner (Treasurer), Gary Sacks (Fundraising Chair), Ian Fagelson, Linda Goldberg,
Elliott Goldstein, David Goldstone, Ronnie Harris, Neville Kahn, Andrea Kelmanson, Beverly Taylor.
Council David Ereira (Chair), Professor Simon Baron-Cohen, Max Caller CBE, Rabbi Dr Jeffrey Cohen, Ruth Fasht OBE, Gill Gallick, Dr Danya Glaser,
Gillian Howard, Ruth Levere, John Libson, Bernie Myers, Jack Rabinowicz, Dr Valerie Sinason, Sir Harry Solomon, Michael Teacher, Dr Richard Trompeter.
Benefactors
The Milly Apthorp Charitable Trust
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The Estate of Marc Bolan
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Sir Evelyn & Lady de Rothschild
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Reuben Shackman MBE & Rose Shackman
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The late Lord Wolfson of Marylebone & Lady
Estelle Wolfson
Platinum Patrons
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