With Christmas fast approaching, Thurrock Foodbank were urgently calling for volunteers to help assist making 150+ hampers for vulnerable families who had been identified by local organisations. Our Thurrock Food Network Coordinator, Jaymie and ngage Volunteer Coordinator, Lourdette sprung into action to help source local volunteers to support the cause. Thurrock Foodbank's operations director Peter Newall said: … Continue reading Thurrock CVS staff support Foodbank hampers
Chadwell Library have some great community groups available to join! Joining a group is a great way to socialise and make new friends. Are you a part of any other local groups?
As part of efforts to review the uptake of the covid-19 vaccine by pregnant women and people in Mid and South Essex (MSE), Enable East are sharing this survey to gather views on how they can support pregnant women and people to make an informed decision about the covid-19 vaccine. Take part here
Wearecreativesthurrock.uk are looking for Event Volunteers to support their event on Saturday 2nd October in Lakeside. Sign up via the link if your available! https://airtable.com/shrzmSmk2brTslTPt
A shout out to the brilliant SIP Group who brightened up our Beehive Garden Furniture last week! SIP is the 'Social Inclusion Group' run by Open Door, the group is aimed for young people to improve their confidence, independence, skills and friendship group. With the sun shining, the group decided the Beehive furniture was looking … Continue reading SIP Group gives Beehive garden furniture a makeover
From 11 November 2021, anyone working or volunteering in a care home will need to be fully vaccinated against coronavirus (COVID-19), unless exempt. Key dates to bear in mind are: 22 July (this is when the grace period starts)16 September (last date for care home workers to get their first dose so they are fully … Continue reading Vaccination of people working or deployed in care homes: operational guidance
Sadly suicide is the biggest killer for men under the age of 45 in the UK Would you know the signs if someone you knew was having suicidal thoughts? If not take 10 mins to complete this FREE Suicide Prevention training from Zero Suicide Alliance. Print and Download your ZSA certificate on completion. You could … Continue reading Free Suicide Prevention Training
It's important you consider how other people feel about the restrictions easing. Avoid pressuring people into situations where they may not feel comfortable.If you're worried about someone as restrictions ease, Samaritans have got some tips to help you reach out view here
We have a range of new training opportunities coming up this term for both families and professionals. Our webinars all take place using the Zoom app and places can be booked via our Eventbrite page. Dean Beadle – Autism and Anxiety – Wednesday 9th June – 11.00am to 1.00pm and 7.00pm to 9.00pm SNAP welcomes … Continue reading SNAP Specialist Talk Webinars
This mural was a donation to local park (Grays Riverside Park) from Kirsty Langston and Brittany Abbott-Trangmar, BA (Hons) Graphic Design graduates in collaboration with Thurrock & Brentwood Mind Charity. They would like to thank Thurrock Mind volunteers who helped paint and create this lovely piece. The mural was created to improve a neglected area of the … Continue reading Mural donated to local park
