Community Advice Service (CAS)

Working for the advancement of citizenship, culture, education and health, and promotion of racial harmony and the relief of poverty and financial hardship.

[Community Advice Service (CAS) @SandwellCAS]

Active Black Country @bcbeactive is looking for new trustees from community organisations to help us tackle inactivity and support our mission to get more people to be active, move more and play sport. What is involved in being a trustee? As a trustee, you will help lead Active Black Country and keep us on track with our mission and purpose. You might ask questions to help us think differently, make suggestions to move things forward, or act as a sounding board for ideas. We especially welcome applicants from under-represented or marginalised groups, including people from ethnically diverse communities and those with a disability or long-term health condition. The post is not remunerated but out of pocket expenses can be paid. And we can provide training and support to help you excel as a trustee. How to apply: To apply, please submit your expression of interest explaining why you are keen on joining our Board, and how you are a good candidate. For an informal discussion on any aspect of the role, please contact Ian Carey (Chief Executive Officer). Email: [email protected] Closing date: Friday 19 June

[Community Advice Service (CAS) @SandwellCAS]

Aged 18-30 and passionate about developing your skills and shaping solutions for sustainable transformations?Then the Innovate4Environment (I4E) programme could be for you! Find out more and sign up using the link by 31 May. https://t.co/EC9kE0Neua

[Community Advice Service (CAS) @SandwellCAS]

Live talk show on Buyer Beware Campaign (BBC) hosted by BEONTVUK and Saidur Miah, Community Safety Champion. https://t.co/yIT6yRdi0j https://t.co/K1fMeoaFL6 @OfficeforSandS

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Members of the CAS Team worked with Understanding Patient Data and ClearView research to explore Black and South Asian people's views and experiences of patient data. For full outcome of the reseach visit: https://t.co/cXtKRV4JMu

[Community Advice Service (CAS) @SandwellCAS]

Supported by @OfficeforSandS the Buyer Beware Campaign (BBC) is helping consumers make informed and safe choices when purchasing second hand goods. https://t.co/LiWwTzF13R

[Community Advice Service (CAS) @SandwellCAS]

Supported by @Localgiving, the Migrant Employment Club has delivered a dedicated employment‑coaching programme for unemployed women, offering a range of skills development sessions and activities led by an Employment Coach.

[Community Advice Service (CAS) @SandwellCAS]

Supported by @wittonlodge from May to December 2025, the Well Women’s Club in the Gravelly Hill Ward successfully created a welcoming and safe space for women to socialise, enjoy light physical activity, and participate in creative and wellbeing‑focused sessions.

[Community Advice Service (CAS) @SandwellCAS]

Calling parents in Sandwell to take part in a research to talk about communication ideas. Taking part will involve participating in a 90 minute online focus group discussion. As a thank you for your input, you'll receive £45 for taking part. https://t.co/4OSltevHAZ

[Community Advice Service (CAS) @SandwellCAS]

Sandwell Health Determinants Research Collaboration Board is seeking two community and two youth representatives to be a voice for Sandwell people.
Community Representatives (18+): https://t.co/BHFDLt32FE
Youth Representatives (15-18): https://t.co/QHWtF0vcIR

[Community Advice Service (CAS) @SandwellCAS]

West Bromwich Town Hall and Central Library shine again after major renovation. https://t.co/j9tViujelw

[Sandwell Council @sandwellcouncil]

📣 The residents’ survey is open and we want to hear from you

❗ It’s really important to us that we involve our residents in shaping council services. Our annual residents’ survey gives us the chance to hear what you think and what matters to you.

[Sandwell Council @sandwellcouncil]

☀️ ☀️ It’s been a hot few days and it’s looking like it will continue!

❗ We need to remember to look out for people who might struggle to keep cool

🟠 There's now an amber heat-health alert in place for the West Midlands until this Sunday 22 June 6pm

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[Community Advice Service (CAS) @SandwellCAS]

We are pleased to receive the Awards for All funding to deliver CAP offering cost-of-living casework assistance to low-income and vulnerable migrant families supported by an interactive advice website. We extend our gratitude to @TNLComFund for their invaluable support.

[Community Advice Service (CAS) @SandwellCAS]

Delighted to have been awarded the Community Matters Fund to deliver the Migrant Employment Club; a vital initiative addressing employment barriers and fostering economic empowerment for migrants. A huge thank you to #GridCommunityFund Distribution for their much-needed support.

[Community Advice Service (CAS) @SandwellCAS]

Sandwell Council is currently reviewing the provision of Benefits and Debt Advice across the borough to ensure that support is available to maximise residents' income when needed and to better understand their needs.The survey will close on 30 May 2025.
https://t.co/SotBWSLYcP

[Community Advice Service (CAS) @SandwellCAS]

Sir Keir Starmer says partnership with the voluntary sector ‘critical’ to the government’s missions and the government will move quickly on the previously pledged covenant with civil society...