BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//wp-events-plugin.com//7.4.7//EN TZID:Europe/London X-WR-TIMEZONE:Europe/London BEGIN:VEVENT UID:11@wirralways.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260114T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260114T153000 DTSTAMP:20251222T141121Z URL:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/events/volunteer-induction-training/ SUMMARY:Volunteer Induction Training DESCRIPTION:This induction session is for volunteers who have already been successfully interviewed and are ready to begin their journey with Wirral Ways or Nightingales Recovery CIC.\nThe training will give you everything you need before starting in your role. We will walk you through our proces ses\, policies\, responsibilities\, and the support available to you as pa rt of our volunteer team. You will also learn about safeguarding\, confide ntiality\, boundaries\, and how we work in partnership across our services .\nIt is a friendly\, relaxed session where you can meet the team\, ask qu estions\, and get a clear understanding of what to expect. By the end\, yo u will feel confident\, prepared\, and ready to get started in a way that is safe\, supported and aligned with how we work.\nWe are really looking f orward to welcoming you. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/wp-content/uploads /2025/11/Volunteer-Induction-Training.jpg CATEGORIES:Training,Volunteer Training LOCATION:Brighton Street Hub\, 151 Brighton Street\, Wallasey\, Wirral\, CH 44 8DY\, Merseyside\, United Kingdom X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=151 Brighton Street\, Walla sey\, Wirral\, CH44 8DY\, Merseyside\, United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X -TITLE=Brighton Street Hub:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:12@wirralways.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260115T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260115T153000 DTSTAMP:20251222T141112Z URL:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/events/volunteer-boundaries-training/ SUMMARY:Volunteer Boundaries Training DESCRIPTION:This session is designed for volunteers who have already comple ted their interview and are now moving into their role with Wirral Ways or Nightingales Recovery CIC. Boundaries are a key part of keeping everyone safe\, supported and respected\, so this training helps you feel confident about how to navigate them in real situations.\nWe will cover what health y boundaries look like in a volunteering setting\, why they matter\, and h ow they protect both you and the people you support. The session also walk s through common scenarios\, communication tips\, and what to do if you ev er feel unsure about a situation.\nYou will learn how boundaries link to o ur policies and safeguarding responsibilities\, and where to go for guidan ce or support if you need it. It is an interactive\, practical session tha t gives you the tools to volunteer safely\, professionally and with clarit y.\nBy the end\, you will feel comfortable applying boundaries in a compas sionate and consistent way. We are here to support you every step of the w ay. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/wp-content/uploads /2025/11/Volunteer-Boundaries-Training.jpg CATEGORIES:Training,Volunteer Training LOCATION:Brighton Street Hub\, 151 Brighton Street\, Wallasey\, Wirral\, CH 44 8DY\, Merseyside\, United Kingdom X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=151 Brighton Street\, Walla sey\, Wirral\, CH44 8DY\, Merseyside\, United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X -TITLE=Brighton Street Hub:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:23@wirralways.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260121T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260121T160000 DTSTAMP:20260120T144820Z URL:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/events/safer-working-practices/ SUMMARY:Safer Working Practices DESCRIPTION:This introductory session is for Wirral Ways staff and provides a practical overview of safer working practices in our day-to-day roles. We will look at professional boundaries\, lone working\, safe communicatio n\, and how to protect both ourselves and the people we support.\nThe sess ion is designed to build confidence\, strengthen good practice and help ev eryone feel secure and supported in their work. 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The session explores how to identify risks early\, record and review them effectively\, and put clear\, practical plans in p lace to keep people safe.\nParticipants will leave with a stronger underst anding of best practice\, consistent decision-making and how to support th eir teams with complex or changing risk. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/wp-content/uploads /2025/12/Assessing-and-Managing-Risk.jpg CATEGORIES:Leaders Training,Staff Training,Training LOCATION:Peak Room - Price Street Hub\, Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, Price Str eet\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, P rice Street\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom;X-APPLE- RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Peak Room - Price Street Hub:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:29@wirralways.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260210T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260210T160000 DTSTAMP:20261009T164052Z URL:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/events/understanding-the-brain-and-subst ance-misuse/ SUMMARY:Understanding the Brain and Substance Misuse DESCRIPTION:This session is for Wirral Ways staff and partner organisations who want to deepen their understanding of how substances affect the brain . We will look at how different drugs influence brain function\, behaviour and decision-making\, as well as the impact on development across the lif espan.\nBy the end\, participants will have a stronger foundation of knowl edge that supports meaningful conversations\, informed assessments and bet ter outcomes for the people we work with. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/wp-content/uploads /2025/12/Understanding-the-brain-and-substance-misuse.jpg CATEGORIES:Professionals Training,Staff Training,Training,Volunteer Training LOCATION:Peak Room - Price Street Hub\, Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, Price Str eet\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, P rice Street\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom;X-APPLE- RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Peak Room - Price Street Hub:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:26@wirralways.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260212T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260212T160000 DTSTAMP:20261009T164052Z URL:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/events/understanding-professional-curios ity-and-enhancing-critical-thinking-skills/ SUMMARY:Understanding Professional Curiosity and Enhancing Critical Thinkin g Skills DESCRIPTION:This session is for Wirral Ways staff and partner organisations . We will explore what professional curiosity looks like in practice\, why it matters and how it helps us make safer and more informed decisions. Th e training will also focus on developing stronger critical thinking skills \, helping you to question assumptions\, recognise gaps in information and build a fuller picture when supporting someone.\nBy the end of the sessio n\, participants will feel more confident applying professional curiosity in their day-to-day work and using critical thinking to guide safe\, balan ced and effective decision-making. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/wp-content/uploads /2025/12/Understanding-Professional-Curiosity-and-enhancing-Critical-think ing-skills.jpg CATEGORIES:Professionals Training,Staff Training,Training,Volunteer Training LOCATION:Peak Room - Price Street Hub\, Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, Price Str eet\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, P rice Street\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom;X-APPLE- RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Peak Room - Price Street Hub:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:69@wirralways.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260212T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260212T160000 DTSTAMP:20261009T164052Z URL:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/events/understanding-professional-curios ity-and-enhancing-critical-thinking-skills-2/ SUMMARY:Understanding Professional Curiosity and Enhancing Critical Thinkin g Skills DESCRIPTION:This session is for Wirral Ways staff and partner organisations . We will explore what professional curiosity looks like in practice\, why it matters and how it helps us make safer and more informed decisions. Th e training will also focus on developing stronger critical thinking skills \, helping you to question assumptions\, recognise gaps in information and build a fuller picture when supporting someone.\nBy the end of the sessio n\, participants will feel more confident applying professional curiosity in their day-to-day work and using critical thinking to guide safe\, balan ced and effective decision-making. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/wp-content/uploads /2025/12/Understanding-Professional-Curiosity-and-enhancing-Critical-think ing-skills.jpg CATEGORIES:Professionals Training,Staff Training,Training,Volunteer Training LOCATION:Peak Room - Price Street Hub\, Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, Price Str eet\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, P rice Street\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom;X-APPLE- RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Peak Room - Price Street Hub:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:35@wirralways.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260216T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260216T000000 DTSTAMP:20260213T115834Z URL:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/events/test/ SUMMARY:Test DESCRIPTION: CATEGORIES:Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:17@wirralways.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260218T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260218T130000 DTSTAMP:20260129T112513Z URL:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/events/introduction-to-harm-reduction/ SUMMARY:Introduction to Harm Reduction DESCRIPTION:This introductory session is for anyone who want to build a sol id understanding of harm reduction. We will explore the core principles\, why harm reduction matters and how it shapes the way we support people who use drugs or alcohol.\nThe session covers practical approaches that reduc e risk\, promote safety and build trust\, giving participants the confiden ce to put harm reduction into practice from day one. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/wp-content/uploads /2025/12/Harm-Reduction.jpg CATEGORIES:Professionals Training,Public Training,Staff Training,Training,Volunteer Training LOCATION:http://www.wirralways.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:16@wirralways.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260224T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260224T160000 DTSTAMP:20260129T113137Z URL:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/events/delivering-quality-supervision/ SUMMARY:Delivering quality supervision/1-1 sessions DESCRIPTION:This session is for Wirral Ways managers and team leaders who w ant to strengthen the quality of their supervision and one-to-one practice . We will explore how to use motivational interviewing techniques and a st rengths-based approach to build more productive\, supportive and reflectiv e conversations with staff.\nBy the end of the session\, participants will feel more confident in creating a safe space for honest discussion\, sett ing clear goals\, easing challenges and helping their teams grow through h igh-quality supervision. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/wp-content/uploads /2025/12/Delivering-quality-supervision_1-1-sessions.jpg CATEGORIES:Leaders Training,Staff Training,Training LOCATION:Peak Room - Price Street Hub\, Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, Price Str eet\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, P rice Street\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom;X-APPLE- RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Peak Room - Price Street Hub:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:24@wirralways.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260225T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260225T160000 DTSTAMP:20260129T113327Z URL:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/events/substance-misuse-and-trauma-infor med-practice/ SUMMARY:Substance Misuse and Trauma Informed Practice DESCRIPTION:This session is for Wirral Ways staff and partner organisations who want to develop their understanding of trauma and how it connects wit h substance use. We will explore the principles of trauma-informed practic e\, the impact of trauma on behaviour and engagement\, and how to recognis e signs of trauma in the people we work with.\nThe session focuses on usin g a trauma-informed lens to shape conversations\, reduce harm\, build trus t and offer support in a safe and compassionate way. Participants will lea ve with practical tools they can apply in day-to-day work. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/wp-content/uploads /2025/12/Substance-misuse-and-Trauma-informed-practice.jpg CATEGORIES:Professionals Training,Staff Training,Training,Volunteer Training LOCATION:Peak Room - Price Street Hub\, Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, Price Str eet\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, P rice Street\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom;X-APPLE- RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Peak Room - Price Street Hub:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:31@wirralways.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260303T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260303T160000 DTSTAMP:20260129T113448Z URL:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/events/addictions-training-for-trainers/ SUMMARY:Addictions Training for Trainers (Day 1) DESCRIPTION:This first day of our two-day course is designed for Wirral Way s staff and our partner organisations. It is ideal for anyone who is alrea dy delivering training or is looking to build their confidence and skills. Together\, we will explore core knowledge around addiction\, practical ap proaches to teaching complex topics\, and ways to create safe\, engaging l earning environments.\nBy the end of Day 1\, participants will feel more p repared to design\, deliver and evaluate high-quality training sessions th at support the people we work with. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/wp-content/uploads /2025/12/Addictions-Training-for-Trainers-Day-1.jpg CATEGORIES:Professionals Training,Staff Training,Training,Volunteer Training LOCATION:Peak Room - Price Street Hub\, Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, Price Str eet\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, P rice Street\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom;X-APPLE- RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Peak Room - Price Street Hub:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:32@wirralways.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260305T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260305T160000 DTSTAMP:20260129T113659Z URL:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/events/addictions-training-for-trainers- day-2/ SUMMARY:Addictions Training for Trainers (Day 2) DESCRIPTION:Day 2 builds on the learning from the first session and is aime d at Wirral Ways staff and partner organisations who are delivering traini ng or want to strengthen their skills. We will focus on practical delivery techniques\, managing challenging discussions\, adapting sessions for dif ferent audiences and evaluating the impact of your training.\nBy the end o f the day\, participants will feel more confident and equipped to design a nd deliver effective\, inclusive and engaging training around addiction an d related topics. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/wp-content/uploads /2025/12/Addictions-Training-for-Trainers-Day-2.jpg CATEGORIES:Professionals Training,Staff Training,Training,Volunteer Training LOCATION:Peak Room - Price Street Hub\, Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, Price Str eet\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, P rice Street\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom;X-APPLE- RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Peak Room - Price Street Hub:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:34@wirralways.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260305T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260305T130000 DTSTAMP:20260116T100849Z URL:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/events/staff-supporting-volunteer-traini ng-2/ SUMMARY:Staff Supporting Volunteer Training DESCRIPTION:Volunteers are an essential part of what we do\, and this sessi on helps staff feel confident in supporting them well. We will look at how to create a positive experience for volunteers\, how to set clear expecta tions\, and how to offer guidance while building trust. The training also covers support plans\, communication tips\, and what to do if concerns ari se. By the end of the session\, staff will feel better equipped to supervi se and support volunteers and help them thrive in their roles.\nWe will al so explore the onboarding process\, how to deliver effective supervisions\ , and what steps to take when things go wrong. This training is for anyone who supervises volunteers in their role as an SSV. If you support volunte ers as part of your day to day work\, this session is designed for you. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/wp-content/uploads /2025/12/Staff-Supporting-Volunteers-Training.jpg CATEGORIES:Staff Training,Training LOCATION:Peak Room - Price Street Hub\, Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, Price Str eet\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, P rice Street\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom;X-APPLE- RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Peak Room - Price Street Hub:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:22@wirralways.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260310T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260310T160000 DTSTAMP:20261009T164052Z URL:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/events/naloxone-awareness-training/ SUMMARY:Naloxone Awareness & Training (AM or PM session) DESCRIPTION:There's an AM (10am - 12pm) and PM (2pm - 4pm) session. You wil l be able to select your time slot when you book.\n\n \;\n\nThis pract ical session is open to Wirral Ways staff and partner organisations. It pr ovides clear guidance on the safe use and administration of Naloxone\, inc luding when to use it\, how to recognise an opioid overdose and what to do in an emergency.\nBy the end of the session\, participants will feel conf ident in responding quickly and effectively\, helping to save lives in the community. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/wp-content/uploads /2025/12/Naloxone.jpg CATEGORIES:Professionals Training,Public Training,Staff Training,Training,Volunteer Training LOCATION:Peak Room - Price Street Hub\, Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, Price Str eet\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, P rice Street\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom;X-APPLE- RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Peak Room - Price Street Hub:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:14@wirralways.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260323T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260323T160000 DTSTAMP:20260129T114006Z URL:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/events/addiction-and-complex-neglect-2/ SUMMARY:Addiction and Complex Neglect DESCRIPTION:This session is for Wirral Ways staff and partner organisations . We will explore how addiction can affect parenting and family life\, wit h a focus on the lived experience of children and young people growing up in households where substances are part of day-to-day life.\nThe training looks at the signs of complex neglect\, how it can present differently in families affected by addiction\, and what we can do to recognise risks ear ly and offer meaningful support. It will help participants build confidenc e in responding to concerns\, working in a trauma-informed way and tailori ng support to the needs of the whole family. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/wp-content/uploads /2025/12/Addiction-and-Complex-Neglect.jpg CATEGORIES:Professionals Training,Staff Training,Training,Volunteer Training LOCATION:Peak Room - Price Street Hub\, Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, Price Str eet\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, P rice Street\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom;X-APPLE- RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Peak Room - Price Street Hub:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:27@wirralways.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260324T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260324T160000 DTSTAMP:20261009T164052Z URL:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/events/understanding-professional-curios ity-and-enhancing-critical-thinking-skills/ SUMMARY:Understanding Professional Curiosity and Enhancing Critical Thinkin g Skills DESCRIPTION:This session is for Wirral Ways staff and partner organisations . We will explore what professional curiosity looks like in practice\, why it matters and how it helps us make safer and more informed decisions. Th e training will also focus on developing stronger critical thinking skills \, helping you to question assumptions\, recognise gaps in information and build a fuller picture when supporting someone.\nBy the end of the sessio n\, participants will feel more confident applying professional curiosity in their day-to-day work and using critical thinking to guide safe\, balan ced and effective decision-making. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/wp-content/uploads /2025/12/Understanding-Professional-Curiosity-and-enhancing-Critical-think ing-skills.jpg CATEGORIES:Professionals Training,Staff Training,Training,Volunteer Training LOCATION:Peak Room - Price Street Hub\, Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, Price Str eet\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, P rice Street\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom;X-APPLE- RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Peak Room - Price Street Hub:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:70@wirralways.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260324T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260324T160000 DTSTAMP:20261009T164052Z URL:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/events/understanding-professional-curios ity-and-enhancing-critical-thinking-skills-2/ SUMMARY:Understanding Professional Curiosity and Enhancing Critical Thinkin g Skills DESCRIPTION:This session is for Wirral Ways staff and partner organisations . We will explore what professional curiosity looks like in practice\, why it matters and how it helps us make safer and more informed decisions. Th e training will also focus on developing stronger critical thinking skills \, helping you to question assumptions\, recognise gaps in information and build a fuller picture when supporting someone.\nBy the end of the sessio n\, participants will feel more confident applying professional curiosity in their day-to-day work and using critical thinking to guide safe\, balan ced and effective decision-making. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/wp-content/uploads /2025/12/Understanding-Professional-Curiosity-and-enhancing-Critical-think ing-skills.jpg CATEGORIES:Professionals Training,Staff Training,Training,Volunteer Training LOCATION:Peak Room - Price Street Hub\, Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, Price Str eet\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, P rice Street\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom;X-APPLE- RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Peak Room - Price Street Hub:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:50@wirralways.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260324T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260324T170000 DTSTAMP:20260220T104646Z URL:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/events/assessment-training-wirral-ways-s taff-volunteers-only/ SUMMARY:Assessment Training - Wirral Ways Staff & Volunteers Only DESCRIPTION:We are running an Assessment Training session for new starters and existing staff who would like to support weekend work.\n\nThis session will cover the assessment process\, expectations\, documentation requirem ents\, and best practice to ensure assessments are completed safely\, cons istently\, and to a high standard.\n\nđź“… Date: Tuesday 24 March 2026\n đź•‘ Time: 2.00pm\nđź“Ť Location: Chrysalis Room\n\nThis training is essen tial for anyone new to completing assessments and for those wishing to und ertake weekend assessment work. Please ensure you attend if this applies t o you. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/wp-content/uploads /2026/02/Resilience-1.jpg CATEGORIES:Staff Training,Volunteer Training LOCATION:Chrysalis Room - Market Street Hub\, 84 Market Street\, Birkenhead \, Merseyside\, CH41 6HB\, Merseyside\, United Kingdom X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=84 Market Street\, Birkenhe ad\, Merseyside\, CH41 6HB\, Merseyside\, United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=10 0;X-TITLE=Chrysalis Room - Market Street Hub:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:30@wirralways.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260326T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260326T160000 DTSTAMP:20261009T164052Z URL:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/events/understanding-the-brain-and-subst ance-misuse/ SUMMARY:Understanding the Brain and Substance Misuse DESCRIPTION:This session is for Wirral Ways staff and partner organisations who want to deepen their understanding of how substances affect the brain . We will look at how different drugs influence brain function\, behaviour and decision-making\, as well as the impact on development across the lif espan.\nBy the end\, participants will have a stronger foundation of knowl edge that supports meaningful conversations\, informed assessments and bet ter outcomes for the people we work with. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/wp-content/uploads /2025/12/Understanding-the-brain-and-substance-misuse.jpg CATEGORIES:Professionals Training,Staff Training,Training,Volunteer Training LOCATION:Peak Room - Price Street Hub\, Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, Price Str eet\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, P rice Street\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom;X-APPLE- RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Peak Room - Price Street Hub:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:18@wirralways.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260330T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260330T130000 DTSTAMP:20260129T114339Z URL:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/events/learning-from-local-and-national- reviews/ SUMMARY:Learning from local and National Reviews DESCRIPTION:This session is for Wirral Ways staff and offers an overview of both the local and national review process. We will look at the most rece nt findings and recommendations\, what they mean for our work and how we c an use this learning to strengthen practice\, improve safety and enhance o utcomes for the people we support.\nBy the end of the session\, participan ts will have a better understanding of emerging themes\, good practice gui dance and how to embed learning across day-to-day work. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/wp-content/uploads /2025/12/Learning-from-local-and-National-Reviews.jpg CATEGORIES:Staff Training,Training,Volunteer Training LOCATION:http://www.wirralways.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:37@wirralways.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260415T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260415T170000 DTSTAMP:20260409T100535Z URL:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/events/drug-awareness/ SUMMARY:Drug Awareness DESCRIPTION:An introduction to common substances\, their effects\, risks\, and signs of use. Participants will learn how drugs impact physical and me ntal health\, how to recognise potential concerns\, and where to access ap propriate support. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/wp-content/uploads /2026/02/Drug-Awareness.jpg CATEGORIES:Professionals Training,Public Training,Training,Volunteer Training LOCATION:Peak Room - Price Street Hub\, Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, Price Str eet\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, P rice Street\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom;X-APPLE- RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Peak Room - Price Street Hub:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:38@wirralways.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260422T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260422T170000 DTSTAMP:20260218T140200Z URL:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/events/alcohol-awareness/ SUMMARY:Alcohol Awareness DESCRIPTION:This session looks at alcohol use\, units and guidelines\, shor t and long term health effects\, dependency\, and the impact on families a nd communities. It supports individuals to reflect on drinking patterns an d understand routes into support. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/wp-content/uploads /2026/02/Alcohol-Awareness.jpg CATEGORIES:Professionals Training,Public Training,Training,Volunteer Training LOCATION:Peak Room - Price Street Hub\, Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, Price Str eet\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, P rice Street\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom;X-APPLE- RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Peak Room - Price Street Hub:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:52@wirralways.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260428T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260428T160000 DTSTAMP:20260408T145502Z URL:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/events/addiction-and-complex-neglect-3/ SUMMARY:Addiction and Complex Neglect DESCRIPTION:This free training session explores the relationship between ad diction and complex neglect\, giving you the knowledge and confidence to i dentify and respond effectively when the two intersect.\n\nWe look at how substance use can both contribute to and result from neglect\, the impact on individuals and families\, and how professionals and volunteers across health\, social care\, and the third sector can work together to improve o utcomes.\n\nBy the end of this session you will be able to:\n\n Recognise the signs of complex neglect in the context of substance use\n Understan d how addiction and neglect reinforce each other\n Apply a trauma-informe d\, person-centred approach when working with affected individuals\n Know when and how to escalate safeguarding concerns\n\nThis session is suitabl e for anyone working with or supporting people affected by substance use\, including social care professionals\, healthcare workers\, volunteers\, a nd third sector practitioners. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/wp-content/uploads /2025/12/Addiction-and-Complex-Neglect.jpg CATEGORIES:Professionals Training,Staff Training,Training,Volunteer Training LOCATION:Peak Room - Price Street Hub\, Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, Price Str eet\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, P rice Street\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom;X-APPLE- RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Peak Room - Price Street Hub:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:54@wirralways.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260430T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260430T160000 DTSTAMP:20260408T144553Z URL:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/events/mental-capacity-act-and-deprivati on-of-liberty-safeguards-2/ SUMMARY:Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards DESCRIPTION:This free training session gives you a clear\, practical unders tanding of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 (MCA) and the Deprivation of Liber ty Safeguards (DoLS) as they apply to people affected by substance use.\n\ nWe cover the core principles of the MCA\, how to assess mental capacity\, and when DoLS may be relevant in your work. You will leave with the confi dence to apply these frameworks appropriately and in line with current leg islation.\n\nBy the end of this session you will be able to:\n\n Explain the five principles of the Mental Capacity Act\n Carry out a mental capac ity assessment in practice\n Understand when and how DoLS applies\n Reco gnise your responsibilities under the Act when supporting people with subs tance use issues\n\nThis session is suitable for health and social care pr ofessionals\, support workers\, volunteers\, and anyone working with peopl e who may lack capacity. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/wp-content/uploads /2025/12/Mental-Capacity-Act-and-Deprivation-of-Liberty-Safeguards.jpg CATEGORIES:Staff Training,Training,Volunteer Training LOCATION:Peak Room - Price Street Hub\, Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, Price Str eet\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, P rice Street\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom;X-APPLE- RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Peak Room - Price Street Hub:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:56@wirralways.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260505T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260505T130000 DTSTAMP:20260408T144527Z URL:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/events/introduction-to-harm-reduction-2/ SUMMARY:Introduction to Harm Reduction DESCRIPTION:This free introductory session provides a solid grounding in ha rm reduction principles and how they apply to work with people who use dru gs or alcohol.\n\nHarm reduction is a practical\, evidence-based approach that meets people where they are\, reduces the risks associated with subst ance use\, and supports people towards better health outcomes without requ iring abstinence as a first step.\n\nBy the end of this session you will b e able to:\n\n Explain what harm reduction is and why it matters\n Descr ibe the key harm reduction interventions available\n Apply harm reduction principles in your day-to-day practice\n Engage with people who use subs tances in a non-judgemental\, person-centred way\n\nThis session is ideal for anyone new to working in or around substance use services\, including volunteers\, community workers\, healthcare staff\, and third sector pract itioners. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/wp-content/uploads /2025/12/Harm-Reduction.jpg CATEGORIES:Professionals Training,Public Training,Staff Training,Training,Volunteer Training LOCATION:Peak Room - Price Street Hub\, Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, Price Str eet\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, P rice Street\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom;X-APPLE- RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Peak Room - Price Street Hub:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:74@wirralways.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260507T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260507T120000 DTSTAMP:20261009T164052Z URL:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/events/naloxone-awareness-training-am-or -pm-session/ SUMMARY:Naloxone Awareness &\; Training (AM or PM session) DESCRIPTION:This free\, practical training session covers everything you ne ed to know about naloxone -- a life-saving medication that reverses opioid overdose.\n\nWhether you work in health and social care\, the third secto r\, or support people in your community\, this session gives you the skill s and confidence to recognise an opioid overdose and respond effectively\, including how to administer naloxone safely.\n\nSessions run twice on eac h date (morning and afternoon) to give you flexibility to attend.\n\nBy th e end of this session you will be able to:\n\n Recognise the signs of an opioid overdose\n Understand how naloxone works and when to use it\n Adm inister naloxone safely and confidently\n Know what to do in the immediat e aftermath of an overdose\n\nThis session is open to anyone\, including p eople with lived experience\, family members\, volunteers\, and profession als working across health and social care. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/wp-content/uploads /2025/12/Naloxone.jpg CATEGORIES:Professionals Training,Public Training,Staff Training,Training,Volunteer Training LOCATION:Peak Room - Price Street Hub\, Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, Price Str eet\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, P rice Street\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom;X-APPLE- RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Peak Room - Price Street Hub:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:72@wirralways.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260507T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260507T160000 DTSTAMP:20261009T164052Z URL:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/events/naloxone-awareness-training-am-or -pm-session/ SUMMARY:Naloxone Awareness &\; Training (AM or PM session) DESCRIPTION:This free\, practical training session covers everything you ne ed to know about naloxone -- a life-saving medication that reverses opioid overdose.\n\nWhether you work in health and social care\, the third secto r\, or support people in your community\, this session gives you the skill s and confidence to recognise an opioid overdose and respond effectively\, including how to administer naloxone safely.\n\nSessions run twice on eac h date (morning and afternoon) to give you flexibility to attend.\n\nBy th e end of this session you will be able to:\n\n Recognise the signs of an opioid overdose\n Understand how naloxone works and when to use it\n Adm inister naloxone safely and confidently\n Know what to do in the immediat e aftermath of an overdose\n\nThis session is open to anyone\, including p eople with lived experience\, family members\, volunteers\, and profession als working across health and social care. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/wp-content/uploads /2025/12/Naloxone.jpg CATEGORIES:Professionals Training,Public Training,Staff Training,Training,Volunteer Training LOCATION:Peak Room - Price Street Hub\, Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, Price Str eet\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, P rice Street\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom;X-APPLE- RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Peak Room - Price Street Hub:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:76@wirralways.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260507T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260507T160000 DTSTAMP:20261009T164052Z URL:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/events/naloxone-awareness-training-am-or -pm-session/ SUMMARY:Naloxone Awareness &\; Training (AM or PM session) DESCRIPTION:This free\, practical training session covers everything you ne ed to know about naloxone -- a life-saving medication that reverses opioid overdose.\n\nWhether you work in health and social care\, the third secto r\, or support people in your community\, this session gives you the skill s and confidence to recognise an opioid overdose and respond effectively\, including how to administer naloxone safely.\n\nSessions run twice on eac h date (morning and afternoon) to give you flexibility to attend.\n\nBy th e end of this session you will be able to:\n\n Recognise the signs of an opioid overdose\n Understand how naloxone works and when to use it\n Adm inister naloxone safely and confidently\n Know what to do in the immediat e aftermath of an overdose\n\nThis session is open to anyone\, including p eople with lived experience\, family members\, volunteers\, and profession als working across health and social care. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/wp-content/uploads /2025/12/Naloxone.jpg CATEGORIES:Professionals Training,Public Training,Staff Training,Training,Volunteer Training LOCATION:Peak Room - Price Street Hub\, Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, Price Str eet\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, P rice Street\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom;X-APPLE- RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Peak Room - Price Street Hub:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:57@wirralways.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260512T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260512T160000 DTSTAMP:20260408T144341Z URL:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/events/assessing-and-managing-risk-2/ SUMMARY:Assessing and Managing Risk DESCRIPTION:This free training session builds your confidence in assessing and managing risk when working with people affected by substance use.\n\nR isk assessment is a core skill across health\, social care\, and the volun tary sector. This session gives you a practical framework for identifying\ , understanding\, and responding to risk in a way that is proportionate\, person-centred\, and informed by current best practice.\n\nBy the end of t his session you will be able to:\n\n Identify different types of risk in a substance use context\n Carry out a structured risk assessment\n Devel op risk management plans that are realistic and person-centred\n Understa nd your professional responsibilities and duty of care\n\nThis session is suitable for support workers\, health and social care professionals\, volu nteers\, and anyone working in or around substance use services. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/wp-content/uploads /2025/12/Assessing-and-Managing-Risk.jpg CATEGORIES:Leaders Training,Staff Training,Training LOCATION:Peak Room - Price Street Hub\, Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, Price Str eet\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, P rice Street\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom;X-APPLE- RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Peak Room - Price Street Hub:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:36@wirralways.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260513T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260513T170000 DTSTAMP:20260409T085608Z URL:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/events/harm-reduction/ SUMMARY:Harm Reduction Training DESCRIPTION:Harm reduction training provides practical\, evidence based str ategies to reduce the risks associated with drug and alcohol use. This har m reduction training course focuses on improving safety\, preventing overd ose and reducing the wider health harms linked to substance use.\n\nThe co urse explores the core principles of harm reduction\, including dignity\, respect and non judgemental support. Participants will gain a clear unders tanding of safer drug and alcohol use advice\, overdose awareness and resp onse\, naloxone administration\, and blood borne virus prevention. Harm re duction training also covers recognising risk factors such as poly drug us e\, reduced tolerance and environmental risks.\n\nIn addition to physical health risks\, this harm reduction training session explores the social an d psychological impacts of substance use. Participants will learn how stig ma and discrimination affect engagement with services and how adopting a h arm reduction approach improves trust and outcomes.\n\nThe training includ es practical case studies and real world scenarios to build confidence in applying harm reduction strategies. Attendees will leave with the knowledg e and skills to have informed conversations\, identify warning signs and r espond appropriately in community\, outreach or professional settings.\n\n Harm reduction training is suitable for frontline professionals\, voluntee rs\, peer mentors\, educators and community members. It supports public he alth priorities and contributes to safer communities by equipping people w ith clear\, actionable tools.\n\nBy completing harm reduction training\, p articipants will strengthen their understanding of risk\, improve safeguar ding awareness and enhance their ability to promote health and wellbeing. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/wp-content/uploads /2026/02/Harm-Reduction.jpg CATEGORIES:Professionals Training,Public Training,Training,Volunteer Training LOCATION:Peak Room - Price Street Hub\, Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, Price Str eet\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, P rice Street\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom;X-APPLE- RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Peak Room - Price Street Hub:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:59@wirralways.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260521T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260521T160000 DTSTAMP:20260424T101822Z URL:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/events/substance-misuse-and-trauma-infor med-practice-2/ SUMMARY:Substance Misuse and Trauma Informed Practice DESCRIPTION:This free training session explores the strong connection betwe en trauma and substance use\, and how a trauma-informed approach can trans form the way you work with people affected by addiction.\n\nResearch consi stently shows that many people who use substances have experienced signifi cant trauma. This session helps you understand that connection and develop the skills to respond in a way that is safe\, empowering\, and avoids re- traumatisation.\n\nBy the end of this session you will be able to:\n\n Ex plain what trauma is and how it relates to substance use\n Describe the c ore principles of trauma-informed practice\n Apply trauma-informed approa ches in your day-to-day work\n Avoid common practices that can inadverten tly cause harm\n\nThis session is suitable for anyone working with people affected by substance use\, including health and social care professionals \, support workers\, volunteers\, and third sector practitioners. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/wp-content/uploads /2025/12/Substance-misuse-and-Trauma-informed-practice.jpg CATEGORIES:Professionals Training,Staff Training,Training,Volunteer Training LOCATION:Peak Room - Price Street Hub\, Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, Price Str eet\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, P rice Street\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom;X-APPLE- RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Peak Room - Price Street Hub:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:60@wirralways.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260602T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260602T160000 DTSTAMP:20260408T143910Z URL:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/events/delivering-quality-supervision-11 -sessions/ SUMMARY:Delivering Quality Supervision 1:1 Sessions DESCRIPTION:This free training session is designed for managers\, team lead s\, and anyone responsible for delivering supervision to staff or voluntee rs in a health\, social care\, or third sector setting.\n\nGood supervisio n is essential for staff wellbeing\, professional development\, and servic e quality. This session gives you the skills and confidence to deliver mea ningful\, effective 1:1 supervision that makes a real difference.\n\nBy th e end of this session you will be able to:\n\n Understand the purpose and value of regular supervision\n Structure and facilitate an effective 1:1 supervision session\n Use reflective practice techniques to support staf f development\n Navigate difficult conversations within supervision\n\nTh is session is suitable for line managers\, team leaders\, senior practitio ners\, and anyone who has responsibility for supervising others in a peopl e-facing role. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/wp-content/uploads /2025/12/Delivering-quality-supervision_1-1-sessions.jpg CATEGORIES:Leaders Training,Staff Training,Training LOCATION:Peak Room - Price Street Hub\, Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, Price Str eet\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, P rice Street\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom;X-APPLE- RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Peak Room - Price Street Hub:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:43@wirralways.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260603T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260603T170000 DTSTAMP:20260218T141709Z URL:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/events/protection-and-safeguarding-adult s-and-children/ SUMMARY:Protection and Safeguarding Adults and Children DESCRIPTION:This course outlines the principles of safeguarding\, recognisi ng signs of abuse or neglect\, responding to concerns\, and understanding reporting procedures. It emphasises everyone’s responsibility to create safe environments for adults and children. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/wp-content/uploads /2026/02/Protection-and-Safeguarding-Adults-and-Children.jpg CATEGORIES:Professionals Training,Public Training,Training,Volunteer Training LOCATION:Peak Room - Price Street Hub\, Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, Price Str eet\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, P rice Street\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom;X-APPLE- RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Peak Room - Price Street Hub:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:62@wirralways.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260609T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260609T140000 DTSTAMP:20260415T085149Z URL:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/events/understanding-the-brain-and-subst ance-misuse-2/ SUMMARY:Understanding the Brain and Substance Misuse DESCRIPTION:This free training session explores the neuroscience behind add iction\, giving you a clear and accessible understanding of how substance use affects the brain and why addiction is a health condition\, not a choi ce.\n\nUnderstanding the brain science of addiction helps you to engage wi th people more effectively\, challenge stigma\, and approach your work wit h greater empathy and confidence.\n\nBy the end of this session you will b e able to:\n\n Explain how the brain's reward system works\n Describe ho w different substances affect brain chemistry\n Understand why addiction is a complex health condition\n Use this knowledge to challenge stigma an d inform your practice\n\nThis session is suitable for anyone working with or supporting people affected by substance use\, including health and soc ial care professionals\, volunteers\, and third sector workers. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/wp-content/uploads /2025/12/Understanding-the-brain-and-substance-misuse.jpg CATEGORIES:Professionals Training,Public Training,Staff Training,Training,Volunteer Training LOCATION:Peak Room - Price Street Hub\, Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, Price Str eet\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, P rice Street\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom;X-APPLE- RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Peak Room - Price Street Hub:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:79@wirralways.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260610T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260610T170000 DTSTAMP:20260415T162241Z URL:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/events/harm-reduction-training/ SUMMARY:Harm Reduction Training DESCRIPTION:Harm reduction training provides practical\, evidence based str ategies to reduce the risks associated with drug and alcohol use. This har m reduction training course focuses on improving safety\, preventing overd ose and reducing the wider health harms linked to substance use.\n\nThe co urse explores the core principles of harm reduction\, including dignity\, respect and non judgemental support. Participants will gain a clear unders tanding of safer drug and alcohol use advice\, overdose awareness and resp onse\, naloxone administration\, and blood borne virus prevention. Harm re duction training also covers recognising risk factors such as poly drug us e\, reduced tolerance and environmental risks.\n\nIn addition to physical health risks\, this harm reduction training session explores the social an d psychological impacts of substance use. Participants will learn how stig ma and discrimination affect engagement with services and how adopting a h arm reduction approach improves trust and outcomes.\n\nThe training includ es practical case studies and real world scenarios to build confidence in applying harm reduction strategies. Attendees will leave with the knowledg e and skills to have informed conversations\, identify warning signs and r espond appropriately in community\, outreach or professional settings.\n\n Harm reduction training is suitable for frontline professionals\, voluntee rs\, peer mentors\, educators and community members. It supports public he alth priorities and contributes to safer communities by equipping people w ith clear\, actionable tools.\n\nBy completing harm reduction training\, p articipants will strengthen their understanding of risk\, improve safeguar ding awareness and enhance their ability to promote health and wellbeing. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/wp-content/uploads /2026/02/Harm-Reduction.jpg CATEGORIES:Professionals Training,Public Training,Training,Volunteer Training LOCATION:Peak Room - Price Street Hub\, Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, Price Str eet\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, P rice Street\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom;X-APPLE- RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Peak Room - Price Street Hub:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:63@wirralways.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260611T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260611T140000 DTSTAMP:20260408T150207Z URL:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/events/addictions-training-for-trainers- 2/ SUMMARY:Addictions Training for Trainers DESCRIPTION:This free specialist session is designed for experienced practi tioners who deliver or are preparing to deliver addiction and substance us e training to others.\n\nBuilding on existing knowledge and expertise\, th is session focuses on effective training design\, facilitation skills\, an d how to handle challenging topics and group dynamics with confidence.\n\n By the end of this session you will be able to:\n\n Design engaging and e ffective addiction training sessions\n Facilitate learning on complex and sensitive topics\n Manage group dynamics and challenging discussions\n Reflect critically on your own practice as a trainer\n\nThis session is ai med at professionals and practitioners with existing experience in substan ce use who are developing or expanding a training role. It is not suitable as an introduction to the field. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/wp-content/uploads /2025/12/Addictions-Training-for-Trainers-Day-1.jpg CATEGORIES:Professionals Training,Staff Training,Training,Volunteer Training LOCATION:Peak Room - Price Street Hub\, Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, Price Str eet\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, P rice Street\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom;X-APPLE- RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Peak Room - Price Street Hub:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:96@wirralways.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260619T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260619T150000 DTSTAMP:20260714T083553Z URL:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/events/5-ps-training-wirral-ways-staff-o nly-15/ SUMMARY:5 Ps Training (Wirral Ways Staff Only) DESCRIPTION:The 5 P’s are a simple framework used to help us understand a person’s situation and needs holistically. They include Presenting is sues (what is happening now)\, Predisposing factors (past experiences o r circumstances that may have increased vulnerability)\, Precipitating fa ctors (events that triggered the current difficulties)\, Perpetuating fa ctors (issues that are keeping the difficulties going)\, and Protective factors (strengths\, supports\, and resources that promote resilience and recovery). Using the 5 P’s helps staff develop a person-centred underst anding\, inform assessment and care planning\, and identify opportunities for positive change. CATEGORIES:Staff Training,Training LOCATION:Mallory (Wirral Council)\, Mallory\, 2 Alice Ker Square\, Birkenhe ad\, Wirral\, CH41 2AB\, Merseyside\, United Kingdom X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mallory\, 2 Alice Ker Squar e\, Birkenhead\, Wirral\, CH41 2AB\, Merseyside\, United Kingdom;X-APPLE-R ADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Mallory (Wirral Council):geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:65@wirralways.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260625T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260625T160000 DTSTAMP:20260408T150153Z URL:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/events/safer-working-practices-2/ SUMMARY:Safer Working Practices DESCRIPTION:This free training session covers the principles and practices that keep both you and the people you work with safe in a substance use se tting.\n\nFrom lone working and personal safety to professional boundaries and self-care\, this session gives you practical tools and strategies to manage risk in your own practice and look after your own wellbeing.\n\nBy the end of this session you will be able to:\n\n Identify risks to your o wn safety when working in substance use settings\n Apply professional bou ndaries consistently and confidently\n Implement safer lone working pract ices\n Access support and recognise the importance of self-care\n\nThis s ession is suitable for frontline workers\, volunteers\, and anyone who wor ks directly with people affected by substance use\, particularly in commun ity or outreach settings. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/wp-content/uploads /2025/12/Safer-Working-Practices.jpg CATEGORIES:Staff Training,Training,Volunteer Training LOCATION:Peak Room - Price Street Hub\, Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, Price Str eet\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, P rice Street\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom;X-APPLE- RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Peak Room - Price Street Hub:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:78@wirralways.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260629T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260629T160000 DTSTAMP:20260623T101619Z URL:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/events/assessment-training-wirral-ways-s taff-volunteers-only-2/ SUMMARY:Assessment Training - Wirral Ways Staff & Volunteers Only DESCRIPTION:We are running an Assessment Training session for new starters and existing staff who would like to support weekend work.\n\nThis session will cover the assessment process\, expectations\, documentation requirem ents\, and best practice to ensure assessments are completed safely\, cons istently\, and to a high standard.\n\nđź“… Date: Tuesday 30th June 2026\n đź•‘ Time: 2.00pm\nđź“Ť Location: Price Street Training Room\n\nThis train ing is essential for anyone new to completing assessments and for those wi shing to undertake weekend assessment work. Please ensure you attend if th is applies to you. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/wp-content/uploads /2026/02/Resilience-1.jpg CATEGORIES:Staff Training,Volunteer Training LOCATION:Peak Room - Price Street Hub\, Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, Price Str eet\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, P rice Street\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom;X-APPLE- RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Peak Room - Price Street Hub:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:67@wirralways.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260702T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260702T140000 DTSTAMP:20260408T150113Z URL:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/events/understanding-professional-curios ity-and-critical-thinking/ SUMMARY:Understanding Professional Curiosity and Critical Thinking DESCRIPTION:This free training session explores the importance of professio nal curiosity and critical thinking in safeguarding and substance use work \, helping you to look beyond the surface and ask the right questions.\n\n Professional curiosity -- the skill of actively seeking out information\, challenging assumptions\, and not accepting things at face value -- is con sistently highlighted in reviews as a key factor in preventing harm.\n\nBy the end of this session you will be able to:\n\n Define professional cur iosity and explain why it matters\n Identify barriers that can prevent pr actitioners from being curious\n Apply critical thinking skills in comple x or ambiguous situations\n Use professional curiosity to strengthen safe guarding practice\n\nThis session is suitable for health and social care p rofessionals\, support workers\, managers\, and volunteers working with vu lnerable people. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/wp-content/uploads /2025/12/Understanding-Professional-Curiosity-and-enhancing-Critical-think ing-skills.jpg CATEGORIES:Leaders Training,Professionals Training,Public Training,Staff Training,Training,Volunteer Training LOCATION:Peak Room - Price Street Hub\, Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, Price Str eet\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, P rice Street\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom;X-APPLE- RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Peak Room - Price Street Hub:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:75@wirralways.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260709T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260709T120000 DTSTAMP:20261009T164052Z URL:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/events/naloxone-awareness-training-am-or -pm-session/ SUMMARY:Naloxone Awareness &\; Training (AM or PM session) DESCRIPTION:This free\, practical training session covers everything you ne ed to know about naloxone -- a life-saving medication that reverses opioid overdose.\n\nWhether you work in health and social care\, the third secto r\, or support people in your community\, this session gives you the skill s and confidence to recognise an opioid overdose and respond effectively\, including how to administer naloxone safely.\n\nSessions run twice on eac h date (morning and afternoon) to give you flexibility to attend.\n\nBy th e end of this session you will be able to:\n\n Recognise the signs of an opioid overdose\n Understand how naloxone works and when to use it\n Adm inister naloxone safely and confidently\n Know what to do in the immediat e aftermath of an overdose\n\nThis session is open to anyone\, including p eople with lived experience\, family members\, volunteers\, and profession als working across health and social care. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/wp-content/uploads /2025/12/Naloxone.jpg CATEGORIES:Professionals Training,Public Training,Staff Training,Training,Volunteer Training LOCATION:Peak Room - Price Street Hub\, Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, Price Str eet\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, P rice Street\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom;X-APPLE- RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Peak Room - Price Street Hub:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:73@wirralways.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260709T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260709T160000 DTSTAMP:20261009T164052Z URL:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/events/naloxone-awareness-training-am-or -pm-session/ SUMMARY:Naloxone Awareness &\; Training (AM or PM session) DESCRIPTION:This free\, practical training session covers everything you ne ed to know about naloxone -- a life-saving medication that reverses opioid overdose.\n\nWhether you work in health and social care\, the third secto r\, or support people in your community\, this session gives you the skill s and confidence to recognise an opioid overdose and respond effectively\, including how to administer naloxone safely.\n\nSessions run twice on eac h date (morning and afternoon) to give you flexibility to attend.\n\nBy th e end of this session you will be able to:\n\n Recognise the signs of an opioid overdose\n Understand how naloxone works and when to use it\n Adm inister naloxone safely and confidently\n Know what to do in the immediat e aftermath of an overdose\n\nThis session is open to anyone\, including p eople with lived experience\, family members\, volunteers\, and profession als working across health and social care. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/wp-content/uploads /2025/12/Naloxone.jpg CATEGORIES:Professionals Training,Public Training,Staff Training,Training,Volunteer Training LOCATION:Peak Room - Price Street Hub\, Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, Price Str eet\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, P rice Street\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom;X-APPLE- RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Peak Room - Price Street Hub:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:77@wirralways.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260709T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260709T160000 DTSTAMP:20261009T164052Z URL:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/events/naloxone-awareness-training-am-or -pm-session/ SUMMARY:Naloxone Awareness &\; Training (AM or PM session) DESCRIPTION:This free\, practical training session covers everything you ne ed to know about naloxone -- a life-saving medication that reverses opioid overdose.\n\nWhether you work in health and social care\, the third secto r\, or support people in your community\, this session gives you the skill s and confidence to recognise an opioid overdose and respond effectively\, including how to administer naloxone safely.\n\nSessions run twice on eac h date (morning and afternoon) to give you flexibility to attend.\n\nBy th e end of this session you will be able to:\n\n Recognise the signs of an opioid overdose\n Understand how naloxone works and when to use it\n Adm inister naloxone safely and confidently\n Know what to do in the immediat e aftermath of an overdose\n\nThis session is open to anyone\, including p eople with lived experience\, family members\, volunteers\, and profession als working across health and social care. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/wp-content/uploads /2025/12/Naloxone.jpg CATEGORIES:Professionals Training,Public Training,Staff Training,Training,Volunteer Training LOCATION:Peak Room - Price Street Hub\, Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, Price Str eet\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, P rice Street\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom;X-APPLE- RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Peak Room - Price Street Hub:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:81@wirralways.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260709T150000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260709T180000 DTSTAMP:20260624T163117Z URL:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/events/professionals-event-alcohol-aware ness-week/ SUMMARY:Professionals Event: Alcohol Awareness Week DESCRIPTION:Thursday 9 July 2026\, 3pm to 6pm\nPrice Street Hub\, Birkenhea d\nJoin the Wirral Ways team for an informal professionals event as part o f Alcohol Awareness Week 2026.\nThis is a chance to meet the team\, find o ut how our alcohol pathway works\, hear from someone with lived experience \, and learn about our community detox and support offer. Refreshments wil l be provided.\nWhether you're already working with us or want to find out more about how we can support your clients\, we'd love to see you.\n  \;\nBook your free place\nBooking is encouraged but not required. Drop-ins are welcome.\n \;\nGetting here\nPrice Street Hub is in central Birke nhead. Price Street Car Park (CH41 4JQ) is located directly on Price Stree t. Please note that on-site parking at the Hub is limited\, so we recommen d using the car park or travelling by public transport where possible.\nCo nway Park and Hamilton Square are the closest Merseyrail stations. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/wp-content/uploads /2026/06/3.jpg CATEGORIES:Events LOCATION:Peak Room - Price Street Hub\, Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, Price Str eet\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, P rice Street\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom;X-APPLE- RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Peak Room - Price Street Hub:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:53@wirralways.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260716T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260716T160000 DTSTAMP:20260424T103502Z URL:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/events/addiction-and-complex-neglect-4/ SUMMARY:Addiction and Complex Neglect DESCRIPTION:This free training session explores the relationship between ad diction and complex neglect\, giving you the knowledge and confidence to i dentify and respond effectively when the two intersect.\n\nWe look at how substance use can both contribute to and result from neglect\, the impact on individuals and families\, and how professionals and volunteers across health\, social care\, and the third sector can work together to improve o utcomes.\n\nBy the end of this session you will be able to:\n\n Recognise the signs of complex neglect in the context of substance use\n Understan d how addiction and neglect reinforce each other\n Apply a trauma-informe d\, person-centred approach when working with affected individuals\n Know when and how to escalate safeguarding concerns\n\nThis session is suitabl e for anyone working with or supporting people affected by substance use\, including social care professionals\, healthcare workers\, volunteers\, a nd third sector practitioners. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/wp-content/uploads /2025/12/Addiction-and-Complex-Neglect.jpg CATEGORIES:Professionals Training,Staff Training,Training,Volunteer Training LOCATION:Peak Room - Price Street Hub\, Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, Price Str eet\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, P rice Street\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom;X-APPLE- RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Peak Room - Price Street Hub:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:55@wirralways.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260721T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260721T160000 DTSTAMP:20260715T132040Z URL:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/events/mental-capacity-act-and-deprivati on-of-liberty-safeguards-3/ SUMMARY:Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards DESCRIPTION:This free training session gives you a clear\, practical unders tanding of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 (MCA) and the Deprivation of Liber ty Safeguards (DoLS) as they apply to people affected by substance use.\n\ nWe cover the core principles of the MCA\, how to assess mental capacity\, and when DoLS may be relevant in your work. You will leave with the confi dence to apply these frameworks appropriately and in line with current leg islation.\n\nBy the end of this session you will be able to:\n\n Explain the five principles of the Mental Capacity Act\n Carry out a mental capac ity assessment in practice\n Understand when and how DoLS applies\n Reco gnise your responsibilities under the Act when supporting people with subs tance use issues\n\nThis session is suitable for health and social care pr ofessionals\, support workers\, volunteers\, and anyone working with peopl e who may lack capacity. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/wp-content/uploads /2025/12/Mental-Capacity-Act-and-Deprivation-of-Liberty-Safeguards.jpg CATEGORIES:Staff Training,Training,Volunteer Training LOCATION:Wirral Change\, Wirral Change\, St Laurence's School\, St Laurence Dr\, Birkenhead\, Wirral\, CH41 3JD\, Merseyside\, United Kingdom X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Wirral Change\, St Laurence 's School\, St Laurence Dr\, Birkenhead\, Wirral\, CH41 3JD\, Merseyside\, United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Wirral Change:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:58@wirralways.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260723T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260723T160000 DTSTAMP:20260408T151109Z URL:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/events/assessing-and-managing-risk-3/ SUMMARY:Assessing and Managing Risk DESCRIPTION:This free training session builds your confidence in assessing and managing risk when working with people affected by substance use.\n\nR isk assessment is a core skill across health\, social care\, and the volun tary sector. This session gives you a practical framework for identifying\ , understanding\, and responding to risk in a way that is proportionate\, person-centred\, and informed by current best practice.\n\nBy the end of t his session you will be able to:\n\n Identify different types of risk in a substance use context\n Carry out a structured risk assessment\n Devel op risk management plans that are realistic and person-centred\n Understa nd your professional responsibilities and duty of care\n\nThis session is suitable for support workers\, health and social care professionals\, volu nteers\, and anyone working in or around substance use services. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/wp-content/uploads /2025/12/Assessing-and-Managing-Risk.jpg CATEGORIES:Leaders Training,Staff Training,Training LOCATION:Peak Room - Price Street Hub\, Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, Price Str eet\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, P rice Street\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom;X-APPLE- RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Peak Room - Price Street Hub:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:68@wirralways.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260728T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260728T140000 DTSTAMP:20260408T150048Z URL:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/events/understanding-alcohol-addiction/ SUMMARY:Understanding Alcohol Addiction DESCRIPTION:This free training session is a brand new course from Wirral Wa ys CGL\, offering a comprehensive introduction to alcohol addiction -- wha t it is\, who it affects\, and how to support people effectively.\n\nAlcoh ol is the most commonly misused substance in the UK\, and its impact on in dividuals\, families\, and communities is significant. This session gives you the knowledge and skills to engage with people affected by alcohol add iction in a confident\, informed\, and non-judgemental way.\n\nBy the end of this session you will be able to:\n\n Explain what alcohol addiction i s and how it develops\n Recognise the signs of alcohol dependency\n Unde rstand the health and social impacts of alcohol misuse\n Apply evidence-b ased approaches when supporting people affected by alcohol addiction\n\nTh is session is suitable for anyone working with or supporting people affect ed by alcohol use\, including health and social care professionals\, volun teers\, third sector workers\, and members of the public. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/wp-content/uploads /2026/02/Alcohol-Awareness.jpg CATEGORIES:Leaders Training,Professionals Training,Public Training,Staff Training,Training,Volunteer Training LOCATION:Peak Room - Price Street Hub\, Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, Price Str eet\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Suites 1-3 Market Wells\, P rice Street\, Birkenhead\, Merseyside\, CH41 6JN\, United Kingdom;X-APPLE- RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Peak Room - Price Street Hub:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:82@wirralways.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260811T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260811T120000 DTSTAMP:20260706T090432Z URL:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/events/5-ps-training-wirral-ways-staff-o nly/ SUMMARY:5 Ps Training (Wirral Ways Staff Only) DESCRIPTION:The 5 P’s are a simple framework used to help us understand a person’s situation and needs holistically. They include Presenting is sues (what is happening now)\, Predisposing factors (past experiences o r circumstances that may have increased vulnerability)\, Precipitating fa ctors (events that triggered the current difficulties)\, Perpetuating fa ctors (issues that are keeping the difficulties going)\, and Protective factors (strengths\, supports\, and resources that promote resilience and recovery). Using the 5 P’s helps staff develop a person-centred underst anding\, inform assessment and care planning\, and identify opportunities for positive change. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wirralways.org.uk/wp-content/uploads /2026/03/Wall-art.jpg CATEGORIES:Staff Training,Training LOCATION:http://www.wirralways.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London X-LIC-LOCATION:Europe/London BEGIN:STANDARD DTSTART:20251026T010000 TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT DTSTART:20260329T020000 TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE END:VCALENDAR