Belper Walk with Walking Club

A man in a burgundy jacket and purple polo shirt standing next to a large, smiling potato statue wearing a cowboy hat, outside a James Pringle store.

On our most recent walking club adventure, we set out to explore the nearby town of Belper. Known for its rich industrial heritage and picturesque surroundings, Belper always makes for a fab’ destination. The walk took us through the heart of the town, with plenty of time to admire its historic mill buildings and gorgeous landscapes. Along the way, we stumbled upon a fun and quirky stop – a larger-than-life statue of the one and only Mr Potato Head!! It made for some great photo opportunities and plenty of laughs!

A man in a burgundy jacket and purple polo shirt stands next to a large potato statue wearing a cowboy hat, with a woman dressed in camouflage trousers leaning her head on the statue's arm, both smiling outside a James Pringle store.

The Walking Club is a wonderful way to connect with nature, meet like-minded people, and explore the beautiful local areas. Our walks vary in difficulty, but we always make sure there’s something for everyone. Whether you’re looking for a gentle stroll or a more challenging hike, our club offers a relaxed, friendly atmosphere for all abilities.

A man in a burgundy jacket and purple polo shirt standing next to a large potato statue wearing a cowboy hat, raising one hand as if to wave, outside a James Pringle store.

If you’re a service user and you’d like to join us on future walks, please get in touch! We meet every Tuesday, and our next adventure will take us to another great location nearby. Simply bring comfortable walking shoes, a bottle of water, and a sense of adventure.

We look forward to welcoming new faces to the group!

Staff Survey Results Autumn 2024

We value the feedback from our staff as a way to continuously improve our services and working environment. Recently, we conducted a survey to gain insights into our team’s roles, professional development needs, leadership feedback, and overall satisfaction. The results provide valuable perspectives that will guide our continuous improvement.

Training

Our staff were asked about areas where they felt they needed additional training to further their professional growth. Leadership training stood out as a key area, with 12 respondents identifying this as a priority. Software training followed closely with 10, and other areas such as teamwork, technical certifications, and time management also emerged as significant.

Leadership

We received varied but generally positive feedback on leadership. Respondents were asked about their confidence in senior leadership, communication from leadership, and the vision for the future. While most agreed or strongly agreed with these statements, we also received some neutral or disagreeing responses, indicating room for improvement.

Career Opportunities

Opportunities for professional growth, job-related training, and skill application are important to our team members. While the majority of respondents agree that growth opportunities are available, a small percentage expressed dissatisfaction, which shows us there is more we can do to ensure everyone feels supported in their career advancement.

Log My Care

We asked the team about the effectiveness of ‘Log My Care’ in their day-to-day work. The majority of responses indicated that the system is working well and enables efficient tracking of care plans and service users’ needs. Some feedback pointed out occasional issues with signal or the need for minor adjustments, but overall, staff members feel this tool has been effective.

Overall Satisfaction

One of the most encouraging results from the survey is the overall satisfaction among staff. 18 team members reported being extremely satisfied with their current employer, while another 10 indicated they were somewhat satisfied. Although a small number of respondents expressed dissatisfaction, this high level of satisfaction shows that most of our staff feel valued and happy in their roles.

These survey results provide a clear picture of where we excel and where there’s room for improvement. We are committed to acting on this feedback to ensure our team feels empowered, supported, and equipped to provide the best care possible. We’ll be rolling out more targeted training, refining our leadership communication, and continuing to work on the areas that matter most to our dedicated staff.

Thanks to all that took part in this survey.

Tuesday Walking Club – Stanton Moor

Group Photo with Scenic Background: Four people standing side by side on a road with a picturesque rural landscape in the background. Rolling green fields stretch into the distance under a clear blue sky. From left to right, a man in a navy blue T-shirt, a man in a brown shirt holding a camera, an elderly woman in a red jacket, and a woman with long grey hair in a light blue top and pink hoodie.

As the old saying goes, ‘The sun always shines on the blessed,’ and we were certainly blessed on our recent walk to Stanton Moor to see the Nine Ladies.

Our group enjoyed a wonderful 2.5-mile walk through farmland, spotting sheep, cows, and even alpacas along the way. We had a good laugh climbing over the stile as the views began to open up, revealing a stunning panorama. From the top, we could see Matlock and Riber Castle in all their glory.

Man with binoculars: A man stands alone on the road holding binoculars, examining them carefully. He is wearing a brown shirt and dark pants, standing against a scenic backdrop of green fields and distant hills under a bright blue sky.

Reaching the Nine Ladies stone circle, we were amused to find not just nine stones, but also a lady doing yoga in the middle, making it ten! After soaking in the scenery, we made our way back to Barn Farm, where we were warmly greeted at the shop and treated ourselves to some well-deserved coffees.

Such a lovely day—everyone left feeling contented and happy! 🥾🌿

If any service users would like to join us on future walks, please speak with your community support worker or call the office on **01623 397750**.