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Kaleidoscope @kaleidoscope68.bsky.social · 4d

A huge welcome to Brian Robertson, wh joined the Kaleidoscope central team as our new Learning & Development Manager.

Brian brings his experience and expertise, which will be invaluable as we continue to strengthen and develop our L&D offering.

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Kaleidoscope @kaleidoscope68.bsky.social · 22d

🌟 We're recruiting an Income Generation Manager! 🌟

Applications close 14th October 2025 - apply at kaleidoscope68.org/jobs

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Kaleidoscope @kaleidoscope68.bsky.social · 28d

Our Communications and Co Production team attended the @recoverycymru.bsky.social first Recovery Festival in Wales.

Lots of inspirational stories to listen to, people to network with and music to listen to.

Watch this space for more on this.

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Kaleidoscope @kaleidoscope68.bsky.social · Sep 8

One of the harmful myths about drug & alcohol use is that someone needs to "hit rock bottom" before they can get help.

The reality: Early intervention saves lives. Recovery can begin at ANY stage. There is no 'right' time.

Recovery starts with reaching out, and it looks different for everyone.

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Kaleidoscope @kaleidoscope68.bsky.social · Sep 2

September is Recovery Month.

We believe that recovery should be on your terms.

Recovery doesn't look the same for everyone. It can be about safer use, reducing harm, rebuilding relationships, finding stability, or abstinence.

Whatever recovery looks like, it deserves recognition and celebration.

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Addiction research and practice specialist interest group @mhiaddictionsig.bsky.social · Jul 18

Theme 1 = Alcohol Dependence
Topic 1 = Alcohol Related Brain Damage: Prof Gareth Roderique-Davies from University of South Wales Addictions Research Group will present research relating to #arbd for discussion

@collective-voice.bsky.social @kaleidoscope68.bsky.social @waythrough-uk.bsky.social

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Addiction research and practice specialist interest group @mhiaddictionsig.bsky.social · Jul 23

Join the conversation around recovery and challenging stigma with our pals @recoverycymru.bsky.social at the Recovery Festival Wales

Read more here: www.recoverycymru.org.uk/recovery-fes...

@kaleidoscope68.bsky.social

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Kaleidoscope @kaleidoscope68.bsky.social · Aug 18

Yesterday Rachel Baulch walked 20 miles in the Dundee Kiltwalk to raise money for Kaleidoscope in memory of her Dad.

Rachel has done incredibly AMAZING to raise over £1000 for Kaleidoscope.

Congratulations to Rachel for smashing it, you are amazing!

www.justgiving.com/page/rachel-....

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Kaleidoscope @kaleidoscope68.bsky.social · Aug 14

Results Day affects more than just students.

For some, the path here has been more complicated by drugs or alcohol, their own use, or someone else's.

You are not defined by today's results, or by your past.

We believe in meeting people where they are, without judgment.

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Kaleidoscope @kaleidoscope68.bsky.social · Aug 13

We’re pleased to welcome Howard Davies as Kaleidoscope’s new Finance Director!

#Welcome #NewRole #Leadership #Teamwork #Charity #CommunitySupport

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Kaleidoscope @kaleidoscope68.bsky.social · Aug 12

✨ A free and easy way to fundraise for Kaleidoscope! ✨

We’ve already raised £693.76 help us grow that number!

Start supporting us today:
🔗 www.easyfundraising.org.uk/causes/kalei...

Kaleidoscope @kaleidoscope68.bsky.social · Aug 11

Friday at our GDAS Newport Hub, our CEO, directors, and trustees joined our main & shadow boards to interview candidates for our new Operations Director. A peer panel of people with lived experience also played a key role in the process. Huge thanks to all involved – exciting times ahead!

Kaleidoscope @kaleidoscope68.bsky.social · Aug 11

⏳ Only 45 days to go until The Naloxone Cup 2025!

#NaloxoneCup #kaleidoscope #adferiad #Cymru

Kaleidoscope @kaleidoscope68.bsky.social · Aug 8

🏛️ Your experience with ketamine matters - and the Government wants to hear it.

Whether you're a healthcare professional, researcher, service provider, someone with lived or living experience, or work for a relevant organisation - your insights matter.

Kaleidoscope @kaleidoscope68.bsky.social · Aug 7

⚽ THE NALOXONE CUP 2025 is here!

🗓️ September 25th
⏰ Pitch opens 1pm | Kick-off 2pm
🎟️ FREE entry
🍔 Food provided by Rapid Relief Team

#NaloxoneCup2025 #TeamKaleidoscope #AdferiadVsKaleidoscope #NewtownFC

Kaleidoscope @kaleidoscope68.bsky.social · Aug 6

🌟 Great start to our refreshed induction programme with our new team members!

Last week's Naloxone awareness session was brilliantly delivered by GDAS peer Mick - lived experience really does make all the difference in bringing this crucial training to life.

Kaleidoscope @kaleidoscope68.bsky.social · Aug 5

Our CEO Rondine Molinaro popped by GDAS Powells Place in Newport this week to visit a very special drop-in... 🦷💙
The amazing Dentaid mobile dental unit was parked right outside, offering free treatment to those who often struggle to access a dentist.

Kaleidoscope @kaleidoscope68.bsky.social · Aug 1

🟢 We're Hiring!
Join our team as a Dyfodol Health Care Assistant and make a real difference in your community! 🌈💼

👉 Check out the full job listing and apply here: kaleidoscope68.org/job-list/

#Hiring #HealthCareAssistant #Dyfodol #KaleidoscopeJobs #JoinOurTeam #Vacancy #CareersWales

Kaleidoscope @kaleidoscope68.bsky.social · Jul 24

Our CEO Rondine Molinaro shared her personal story with our Birchwood residents.

"spending time with people who use our services is invaluable. It lets me know what we are doing well & what we can improve on, but it also gives me time to sit & share thoughts about wider systems, policy & stigma"

Kaleidoscope @kaleidoscope68.bsky.social · Jul 21

We’re pleased to announce that Gavin Jones has been appointed as the new Harm Reduction Lead for Kaleidoscope.

In this new capacity, Gavin will offer harm reduction guidance to staff & ensure a consistent approach is maintained throughout our services.

Congratulations Gavin!

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Kaleidoscope @kaleidoscope68.bsky.social · Jul 7

Alcohol Awareness Week 2025

This week, we're joining Alcohol Change UK to focus on Alcohol and Work.

As a harm reduction organisation, Kaleidoscope knows the relationship between alcohol and work is complex.

For confidential support with drugs or alcohol, contact us!

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Kaleidoscope @kaleidoscope68.bsky.social · Jul 3

Rydym yn recriwtio! 🌟 Ymunwch â’n tîm fel Cyfarwyddwr Gweithrediadau a helpwch i yrru newid gwirioneddol.
Gwnewch gais nawr neu rhannwch â rhywun fyddai'n berffaith ar gyfer y rôl: kaleidoscope68.org/job-list/

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Kaleidoscope @kaleidoscope68.bsky.social · Jul 3

We're hiring! 🌟 Join our team as an Operations Director and help drive meaningful impact.
Apply now or share with someone who’d be perfect for the role: kaleidoscope68.org/job-list/

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Kaleidoscope @kaleidoscope68.bsky.social · Jul 3

Introducing Seren Gogledd

One of our new housing support services in Flintshire now has a name and a look.

The name Seren Gogledd symbolises a guiding light, a steady presence in the North.

This logo was co-designed with people with lived and living experience and staff.

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Kaleidoscope @kaleidoscope68.bsky.social · Jun 25

Michael Mullins, one of the incredible GDAS volunteers with lived experience, reminds us why respectful reporting and language around drug and alcohol use is so crucial.

Michael's powerful words highlight how the media and society can either support recovery or create barriers to it.

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