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Dementia Friendly Golf Session Available!

Published: 1 July 2026

Are you caring for someone living with dementia and looking for a new way to help them enjoy the outdoors? Join BAVO and Pyle & Kenfig Golf Club for a FREE dementia-friendly golf taster session in a relaxed, welcoming environment. 📅 Wednesday 15 July | 🕐 1.00pm – 3.00pm During the session, you’ll have the […]

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Community Groups Receive Technology Boost Through Social Value Partnership

Published: 30 June 2026

Today BAVO welcomed the pathology service at Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) and Roche, who have been working together on a social value initiative aimed at supporting local communities through the donation of reconditioned laptops. BARC Family Centre, based in Maesteg were thrilled at the donation – “It’ll help us expand the support we’re developing for […]

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Upcoming events...

Dementia Friendly Golf Session Available!

15 July, 2026 – 15 July, 2026

Are you caring for someone living with dementia and looking for a new way to help them enjoy the outdoors? Join BAVO and Pyle & Kenfig Golf Club for a FREE dementia-friendly golf taster session in a relaxed, welcoming environment. 📅 Wednesday 15 July | 🕐 1.00pm – 3.00pm During the session, you’ll have the […]

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Upcoming training...

Introduction to Demonstrating Impact

16 July, 2026 – 16 July, 2026

📅 Date: July 16⏰ Time: 13:00-16:00📍 Location: BAVO Office, 112/113 Commercial Street, Maesteg, CF34 9DL OverviewAn introduction on how to demonstrate the value of your work! Important InformationAlthough this training is heavily subsidised by the Shared Prosperity Fund, failure to attend or provide notice at least 36 hours before the start time will result in […]

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DBS Disclosure Eligibility Workshop

3 November, 2026 – 3 November, 2026

 Date: 3 November Time: 11:30am – 13:00pm Online Working with staff or volunteers? Learn how DBS checks help protect vulnerable groups and support safe recruitment. This FREE session will cover: ·       The benefits of DBS and your organisation working together ·       The different levels of DBS check ·       Eligibility, when a volunteer or employee is eligible for […]

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