Service users and carers from across City and Hackney, Newham and Tower Hamlets from primary care, community health and mental health services are being invited to attend a special employment fair, helping them to learn about employment support available and various pathways into employment.
The event will make use of a mixture of talks and information stands from local organisations offering employment opportunities and practical advice for entering the world of work. Stalls include DWP, local authority 'Return to Work' support, Individual Placement Support, Talking Therapies, Recovery Colleges, East London Business Alliance and more.
Logistical information
Date: Friday, 19th July 2024
Time: 10:00-15:00
Location: Tower Hamlets Town Hall, 160 Whitechapel Road, London E1 1BJ.
Registration: https://tinyurl.com/bdejvvcp
Agenda
10:00-12:00: Information Stalls and Roundtable Discussions
12:00-13:00: Stories of Lived Experience – Employment Support at ELFT
13:00-13:30 – Light Lunch and Networking
13:30-15:00: Information Stalls and Roundtable Discussions
Registration is required to attend on the day of the event, so the Trust can keep track of attendees and cater for all requirements; whether that’s accessibility, transport or dietary needs.
A similar event is being planned for ELFT service users and carers in Luton and Bedfordshire in September 2024.
If you have any questions about the event, please contact the Trust’s Director of Population Health, Laura Austin Croft, at laura.austincroft@nhs.net.