Rhondda Cynon Taf Launches Virtual Reality Training for Dementia Support in Care Homes Rhondda Cynon Taf has launched an innovative Virtual Reality (VR) training initiative, aimed at enhancing the lives of residents living with dementia in local care homes. The project, supported by a Shared Prosperity Fund (SPF) grant through the Council’s Community Development Team, is being delivered by PlayFrame in partnership with Pontypridd Town Council and Pontypridd Men’s Shed. PlayFr

🎙️Hi Guys My name is Andy Phillips & I am currently the Secretary of Pontypridd Men`s Shed I am also one of the creatives behind the Creative Design Studio Trallwng. I was born in 1965 The year of the Mods, Army parkas, zoot suits & Scooters the legacy of a combination between a motor mechanic & a seamstress. The oldest of 4 siblings. I am now married with two children & 4 grandchildren of my own. I used to believe in Religion. Yet Religion when I needed it the most was nev

🎙️"Roll up your sleeves & get stuckin" Wednesday & Friday Afternoon: 13:00pm till 15:00pm Trallwng Community Centre, 1 Ralph St, Trallwng, Pontypridd CF37 4RS 🎙️ We offer: Podcasts & 360º Immersive Virtual Reality Production Run by Pontypridd Men`s Shed is a Peer 2 peer support group set up to help men of all ages and backgrounds through regular Creative & Social Activities, Events & Workshops Meetings paid for through Members contributions £5 per month per person plus a

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🎙️"Roll up your sleeves & get stuck in" In our latest episode Our very own Stephanie McNicholas in conversation with fellow creative Dave Edwards. Compiled & written by Andy Phillips Roving reporter Dave Edwards Once his mothers little pride & joy grew up in Nantymoel. Dave is reputed to have tried 32 Jobs without success before settling as a reporter. Over the years Dave has worked on various publications such as Rhondda Leader & Pontypridd Observer. Amongst the myriad of t