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Business Startup
Volunteering
Definition of Mentoring
The government announced last year that Small and Medium enterprise would strengthen the economy and would help to drive forward those who wanted to startup a business and support those successful businesses through strategic planning with banks.
volunteer |ˌvälənˈtir| noun
a person who freely offers to take part in an enterprise or undertake a task. Volunteer with us, gain experience for yourself and help us deliver this worthwhile service.
A one-to-one, non judgmental relationship in which an individual voluntarily gives time and support to encourage another, usually to achieve certain goals. The relationship is typically developed in a time of transition in the mentee’s life and last for a significant and sustained period of time. The role of a volunteer Mentor is to meet with a person on a weekly (or agreed regular) basis as arranged at a mutually agreed time and place. They act as a role model and can become a confidant providing a listening ear and emotional and practical support. They enable a person to explore their options using communication skills and enable decision making.

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Do you need support?

Starting a business can be made easier by having a mentor. Everybody needs som level of support, we can provide you with the support you need to help you make a success out of your idea.

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Volunteering

As a volunteer you can improve your skills, diversify your CV and give your time to a good cause. Contact caroline.thorpe@merseycare.nhs.uk for more information 

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Events

Starting your own business? You need to know the facts. Throughout the year we will offer events that can help you to capitalise on our support and startup knowledge. Why not give it a go?

Introduction

Do you want to return to the world of work but don’t know how?
Have you ever thought of being your own boss?
Do you have a bright business idea but don’t know where to go with it?


Then the Access Enterprise project may be just what you are looking for.getting help

Access Enterprise is an exciting Mental Health and Enterprise Project for people who have experience of mental ill health in and live in Liverpool, Sefton and Knowsley. It offers the opportunity to explore entrepreneurship and self-employment as an alternative to traditional routes to employment. 

There are 3 main elements to the project, all designed to ensure you get the support you need to explore your ideas and options. The programme will be tailored to your individual needs but can include:

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  • Business planning workshops, training and advice
  • Advocacy and practical support
  • Volunteer Mentoring

The project is delivered in partnership by Network Employment, Mersey Care NHS Trust and Elect. Both services have excellent track records of helping people to access the world of work.

MEH

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To work towards a socially inclusive society in which all individuals can achieve their potential.To promote and enable the social inclusion of groups and individuals. To effect positive change and best practise in advancing social inclusion

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MerseyCare

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Mersey Care NHS Trust was established on 1 April 2001 to provide specialist mental health and learning disability services for the people of Liverpool, Sefton, and Kirkby. Mersey Care's purpose is to enable people with learning disabilities and mental health difficulties and their carers to optimise their health, life experience and citizenship.

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ELECT

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East Liverpool Economic Community Trust Ltd (ELECT) exists to help all residents of Merseyside and West Lancashire, whatever their personal circumstances gain employment or start a business, improving their quality of life, sustaining communities and strengthening local economies.

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ESF

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