September

27 Wednesday

Annual members meeting

Wed, September 27, 2023 (10:00 am - 2:00 pm)

Indian Islamic Centre Batley - Muslim Welfare Society
Indian Islamic Centre Batley - Muslim Welfare Society, 28 Track Road, Batley WF17 7AA, United Kingdom

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South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

About this event

SWYPFT invite you to join us at our annual members meeting, which is being held in Batley, North Kirklees.

The event is open to any members of the public, anyone living or working within our communities, our existing membership and staff workforce.

This year our theme is ‘All of you’ where we look at the whole person and how they are unique, so that our staff, service users and carers, plus people in our communities are known, valued and understood by the Trust.

The event will consist of the following:

10:00 – 11.45 marketplace

11.45 – 12.30 lunch

12.30 – 2:00 annual report

We are hosting a networking space which will be made up of local voluntary groups that provide services/support to our local communities and our local Trust services. You will be able to meet the staff, learn about what the group/service offers and what they have achieved over the last year.

South Asian snacks/sandwiches and hot drinks will be available.

The formal meeting provides you with an opportunity to meet SWYPFT Chief Executive, Chair, Governors and the senior team. It will showcase what the Trust offers in terms of services, achievements, annual reports and the financial accounts and will also highlight real life experiences and stories.

You can also expect some films to watch, creative activities to take part in and some light entertainment to listen to.

We will have a graphic recorder in the room capturing the highlights and conversation taking place, plus two British Sign Language interpreters for translating the formal meeting part.

If you require translation and interpretation, or sitting and support costs please advise on registration and the team will get back to you.

The event will also be live streamed via our SWYPFT Youtube channel.

We are excited for you to come along and enjoy the afternoon with us and your local community.

Public transport information

From Batley railway station (1.2 miles): Head northwest on Warehouse Street towards Station Road. Turn right, then immediately left onto B6124/Soothill Lane. Turn right to stay on B6124/Station Road. Road name changes to Hick Lane. Road name changes to Wellington Street. Turn left onto Purlwell Lane. Turn left onto Track Road, , the last junction before your destination is Saint Mary’s Avenue.

From Dewsbury railway station (1.5 miles): Head northeast on A638/Dewsbury Ring Road towards Branch Rd. Bear left on A638/Halifax Rd. Turn right onto Thorncliffe Rd. Bear left on Track Road, the last junction before your destination is Saint Mary’s Avenue.

Become a member

You can support your local NHS services by becoming a member of our Trust. We want to work with our members to ensure our services are the best they can be, and to support local people to look after their wellbeing and make best use of services available.

We currently have around 13250 members, which includes Trust staff. Anyone who lives in West Yorkshire, South Yorkshire, North Yorkshire, the Humber, Cumbria, Durham, Lancashire, Greater Manchester, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, and Lincolnshire can join our Trust.

So, if you haven’t already signed up, do it now and encourage your friends, family or colleagues to join us too

Frequently asked questions

About us – SWYPFT

We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services to the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide some medium secure (forensic) services to the whole of Yorkshire and the Humber.

What events do you have taking place, how do I find out about them?

We run a range of events where you are asked to get involved and share your views. You can find out about our events on the Trust website or via Eventbrite. We also promote events via our social media platforms (Facebook/Twitter).

How do I get a copy of the information from the event (presentation slides, report)?

If you require a copy of the information shared at the event, you can email the team at InvolvingPeople@swyt.nhs.uk to be sent a copy

How do I book a ticket for the event?

Please select the booking link for the event which will take you to Eventbrite to register your attendance.

How much do your events cost?

All our events are free to attend.

Can I bring my carer/personal assistant/support worker to the event?

Yes, please just book two individual tickets for two spaces at the event.

Where is the event taking place?

If the event is face to face, the ticket will provide you with the address of the venue. If the event is online, the ticket will provide you with a Microsoft teams joining link.

What can I expect when I attend one of your events?

You will be introduced to our speakers and staff who are running the event. Most events involve a presentation where information on the topic is provided. Staff will capture what is been said and when an event is held online, it may be recorded.

Is there free public Wi-Fi?

In the venues that do provide free wi-fi, we will let you know at the welcome part of the event. We will also display this information for you to connect, when possible.

Can I take photographs during the event?

We ask that you do not take photographs yourself at the event. Staff who are taking photographs will get signed consent from attendees first and for those who do not wish their photograph be taken, we will accommodate this too.

Will food and drink be available at the event?

Tea/coffee/water will be provided if the event is held face to face.

I have an access requirement (eg. Community language/BSL/mobility), who should I contact?

If you have any access requirements, please contact InvolvingPeople@swyt.nhs.uk as far as possible in advance of the event you are planning to attend so that arrangements, where possible, can be made.

I’m hard of hearing, how can I access your event?

Community venues are generally fitted with hard of hearing support systems. We also have a wired induction loop system that we can bring along to the event, in the case that there isn’t one in the room we are using. The loop requires a standard hearing aid to be set to T-loop position.

I’m a wheelchair user, how can I access your event?

Wheelchair spaces should be reserved in advance of the event. Please get in touch directly with InvolvingPeople@swyt.nhs.uk so that a space at the event can be reserved for you.

I have a guide dog, am I able to attend?

Yes, please get in touch directly with InvolvingPeople@swyt.nhs.uk in advance of the event, so that a space at the event can be reserved for you.

Will there be a prayer room available?

We will advise if the venue we are using has a prayer room/space available at the event.

Can I claim out of pocket expenses for attending your event?

Yes, we can pay for your bus/train tickets or parking/mileage costs you have incurred by attending our event. You will need to complete a form and provide proof of your tickets to process your request. Speak to a member of staff at the signing in desk.

How will my information be shared and used?

Our Trust is committed to processing information in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). The personal data collected on this form will be held securely and will only be used for administrative purposes. For more information visit: www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk/privacy

I have a query which you haven’t answered above, who can I contact?

You can email the team at InvolvingPeople@swyt.nhs.uk If you think there is an important question missing, let us know, so we can add it in and try to help as many people as possible.