Advocacy stories

Dewis rock!

A client's account of how advocacy made a difference in getting the right treatment for his mental health. Read more

"All of the issues were resolved quickly."

A brief account of how an advocate helped when issues weren't being resolved. Read more

Helping People To Have A Voice

A short video from a Dewis CIL Advocacy client. Read more

"Dewis Advocacy is great..."

An advocacy client's words summing up what she thinks about the service. Read more

Individual Stories Video

A video with a number of stories from people who have used Dewis CIL Advocacy services. Read more

Latest

A brother (12 years old) with Global Development Delay and Epilepsy and his 9 year old sister with Autism are looking for a PA to take them out on a 121 basis to access local activities. Some activities will include swimming, going to Cosmeston Park to see animals and other activities we enjoy.

DPC723 Personal Assistant

I am a young Teenage boy 13 living in Pentre with my Mum & Dad and little brother. We have a very friendly dog too. I have autism and can’t communicate verbally. I attend school in Ysgol Hen Felin and I tend to keep myself to myself. I’m a very happy content young boy and my mum describes me as being easy going and likeable.

VOG663 Personal Assistant

I am a 9-year-old boy living in the Sully area with my mum, sister, cat and 2 hamsters. I am a very sociable person who likes to interact with other children my age. I am very passionate about the things I like and enjoy. These include gaming on my laptop, Nintendo Switch and iPad (especially Minecraft and Plants Vs Zombies) and watching YouTube. I like to watch Marvel, DC, Lego and Star Wars films. I also like watching Netflix.

149RCT

REF:149RCT - female can work in Aberdare and surrounding areas any times 45 Hrs, M-F 8:30-3pm / and every night M-F 9pm onward. Driver/ Owner

CDF KB Personal Assistant to Adult

Personal Assistant to Adult required in Cathays area of Cardiff. Support is needed within the home and out in the community, assistance is needed being taken to Cardiff University. The hours that are needed to be worked are 12 hour shifts. Day shift: 7:30am- 7:30pm. Night shift 7:30pm- 7:30am. There are many shifts available contact us for more information. Relief work is also needed. The hourly rate for this position is £10 per hour. Car Driver is essential. Please read full job description.

Personal Assistant Vacancies

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CDP152 Personal Assistant to Child

Personal assistant to Child required in Whitchurch area of Cardiff. Support is needed in the home and out in the community with various different activities, such as bowling, swimming and walking around charity shops. The hours needed to be worked are 3 hours per week, which can either be on a Wednesday or a Thursday 3:30pm-7:30pm. Times can be flexible. It is essential to be a car driver for this position. Please read full job description before applying.

Dewis Dollies and Dudes Calendar

Find out about the fundraising calendar made by staff at Dewis CIL.

DP797 Personal Assistant

I am a lady in my 30s living in the Hawthorn area of Pontypridd with my 3 daughters. I have a cognitive impairment, field vision loss on the left side and left sided muscle weakness caused by a stroke. I also experience chronic fatique. I am studying at the moment at University to be a learning disability nurse. I enjoy shopping and going out for coffee. I am not keen on busy/crowded areas due to the issues with my vision. I am very family orientated.

CDF RMS

"Are you a dynamic, caring person living in Cyncoed or the surrounding area of Cardiff, and looking for a rewarding job as a Personal (care) Assistant - PA? Do you have 16 hours per week, primarily mornings, that you could commit to helping a disabled person with her everyday tasks? I am a physically disabled lady who is looking for a PA to help support me with personal, domestic and non-domestic chores. In return for your commitment to helping me, you will be paid £10.00ph regular and £11.00ph.

DP009 Personal Assistant

I’m a disabled lady living in the Hirwaun area, near Aberdare. I share my home with my husband. I'm looking for 1 PA. There are 16pw for throughout the week, including every other weekend and some evening shifts. I may require you to cover from time to time on other shifts. £8.40 per/hr Day times £8.75 evenings/weekends. Please read full Job Description before applying.

DPC723 Personal Assistant

DPC1234 Personal Assistant to Child

I am an 9-year-old boy living in Llanharan with my Mum, Dad and younger Sister. I have Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 2, which means my muscles are very weak. I am unable to stand or walk and use a powered wheelchair to get around. Due to the poor muscle strength in my arms, I find simple tasks difficult. However, my powered wheelchair has helped to promote my independence. I am confident, cheerful, kind and have a fun-loving nature. I love being outdoors and going for family days out to visit zoo

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