Local volunteers received a surprise to their doorsteps during the lockdown as Awards, Certificates and Commendations for Outstanding Contribution to volunteering in 2019/20 were delivered to local people by staff at the Centre Supporting Voluntary Action on behalf of the Mayor of Chelmsford. Chelmsford Awards for Voluntary Service were formed seven years ago by the … Read More
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COVID-19: Organisations Still Operating
In these uncertain times lots of organisations have had to shut their doors to encourage social distancing, however this doesn’t mean that we have to socially isolate ourselves. Many organisations are taking their services online or utilising phone calls. Below is a list of organisations that are still operating, just in a slightly different way. … Read More
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update
We are monitoring the Coronavirus pandemic and taking necessary precautions for staff, volunteers and service users in line with the most up to date advice provided by the World Health Organisation and national bodies. For the welfare of all we are implementing recommendations in all of our working practices as advised which includes avoiding non-essential face … Read More
External Job Opportunity: North Avenue Youth Centre
North Avenue Youth Centre is based in Chelmsford and works with young people aged 8 – 18 (25 with additional needs) in the area. They aim to engage young people in a range of activities both within the Youth Centre and in the community. Through these activities North Avenue Youth Centre aims to develop meaningful … Read More
People Power – less is more
Weight management: give away power and reach more people CVSs across Essex have been working with Essex County Council and Anglian Community Enterprises to design and deliver a new collaboration that maximises ‘people power’ to significantly increase the number of people successfully losing weight across the county. We are absolutely delighted that this work has … Read More
City of Chelmsford Mencap Upcoming Events
City of Chelmsford Mencap have released information about their upcoming dates for the Community Lunches and Gateway events throughout the year. Community Events Gateway Clubs The Gateway Clubs’ 2020 programme, Around the World in 40 Days, is inspired by the adventures of Phileas Fogg, who went around the world in eighty days in a hot air … Read More
Mental Health First Aid Training: January 2020
InterAct is holding Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Training for those looking to learn new skills, enhance your CV or wanting to become a certified mental health first aider. MHFA training is an interactive and practical training course to help you spot the early signs of a mental health problem. It will equip you with … Read More
Get Ready For Brexit
The government has launched a public information campaign to ensure that UK citizens, businesses, civil society organisations, EU citizens living in the UK and UK nationals living in the EU are fully informed about how Brexit will affect them and the practical steps they will need to take to be ready. The campaign is available … Read More
A Record Number of Essex Voluntary Groups receive The Queen’s Award for Voluntary Services for 2019
Nine voluntary groups from across the county who work in the community have been honoured with The Queen’s Award for Voluntary Services, the highest award a voluntary group can receive in the UK. Of the nine groups, we are especially delighted to congratulate two Chelmsford CVS members: · Essex Search and Rescue – 74 highly … Read More
Community Film Screening!
We’re bringing the cinema to you! Join us for a sing along to Mamma Mia Here We Go Again (PG). Where: Beaulieu Community CentreWhen: Friday 12th April, 5:30pm Film screening of Mama Mia starts at 6pm Buffet & Disco start at 8pmPrice: Screening Only: £2 per person (Families welcome) Screening, Buffet & Disco: £8pp or … Read More