FREE First Aid Training for Thurrock's Voluntary Sector—delivered by the British Red Cross. Wednesday 27th May 2026, 1.00pm–2.30pm, The Beehive Resource Centre, Grays. Spaces are limited, book early. Book your place here.
Tag: health
By Your Side Worker Vacancy
Want to end your day knowing you’ve made a difference? Support vulnerable residents by helping with safe hospital discharges and preventing admissions. By Your Side are looking for two caring, proactive team players to join their projects. We are offering 35 hours per week and £24,915 per annum. See more details and apply here.
New Funds Just Launched!
We are pleased to announce the Thurrock Smoke Free Grant, part of the second round of the Thurrock Community Fund. Applications open on Monday the 9th of March! This funding opportunity is available to voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise (VCFSE) organisations in Thurrock and supports projects that help residents access stop smoking support, raise … Continue reading New Funds Just Launched!
Free & Low Cost Physical Activities: March 2026
Looking for exciting, budget-friendly activities to enjoy with the kids this February? Check out the Free & Low-Cost Physical Activity booklet from Find Your Active Thurrock., packed with local events, outdoor adventures and fun things to do that everyone will love! Click here to download.
The Thurrock Stroke Project
Last week, Tarnya, our Engagement Officer at Healthwatch Thurrock, attended the Thurrock Stroke Project. This was a great opportunity to engage with residents and listen to their experiences and views on health and social care.
Thames Freeport Health Bus
Get a free, quick health check—no appointment needed. The Health Bus is visiting neighbourhoods across Barking & Dagenham, Havering and Thurrock from 12 January to 16 February. Just turn up for on-the-spot results and support from clinically trained pharmacists, with the option to share results with your GP. Includes checks for diabetes and high blood pressure. Open to adults … Continue reading Thames Freeport Health Bus
Essex Activity Awards 2025
Congratulations to everyone who won an Essex Activity Award!
Winter Wellness Event
Last week, Healthwatch Thurrock attended the Thurrock Cares Winter Wellness event, which focused on supporting respiratory health during the colder months. Our team spent the day engaging with residents, sharing practical advice on staying well, and highlighting the best ways to seek care when it’s needed. It was a great opportunity to listen to local … Continue reading Winter Wellness Event
Girls Active & Safe Programme
Join Welcome To The UK's free, female-only programme.
Thurrock Cares – Offering Support with Community Tuesdays!
This is a regular event for residents who can come and find out what local services, support and activities are available to help you live well and stay connected within the community. Thurrock Council, along with health and voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise (VCFSE) organisations, will host a drop-in session for the public to … Continue reading Thurrock Cares – Offering Support with Community Tuesdays!