Join Hearing Help Essex as a Meet and Greet Volunteer and help create a welcoming environment for those living with hearing loss. Support local hearing aid clinics across Essex, offering friendly interaction, simple admin, and setup support—all while making a meaningful difference in your community. Training is provided, and there’s more to discover when you sign up! Volunteer now!
On 25th June, Find Your Active Thurrock attended the monthly Wellbeing Wednesday, which is attended by other services like Essex Police, Inclusion Thurrock, Stop Smoking Service & more! This is monthly at The Flowers Community Hall in South Ockendon and is a great place to get some local advice.Come along to the next one and have a chat with us!
Tapestry has recently opened a new dementia day care and activities centre at Rainham Library, just over the Thurrock border. With transport available, this offers a great opportunity for Thurrock residents to access support.Services can be funded via Local Authority, Personal Health Budgets, or privately and include transport, meals, and on-site support.To find out more, contactTony Lowe (CEO) – a.lowe@tapestry-uk.orgStewart Robinson (Operations Director) – s.robinson@tapestry-uk.org
Did you know Thurrock CVS offers support to local residents (aged 18+) who are returning home after a hospital stay—or who may be at risk of admission? Our services can provide up to six weeks of help at home, ensuring you stay supported, safe, and connected. This service is available as long as there is no ongoing … Continue reading Support After Hospital Stays – Thurrock CVS Can Help
Healthwatch Thurrock is currently conducting research to gain an understanding of men's views on health care. Help us to improve men's health services in our community by sharing your experiences with local healthcare.Please take a few minutes to complete the short questionnaire here. Your voice matters.
On Thursday 19th June, Ian and Tarnya (Community Engagement Officers) for Healthwatch Thurrock took a rather unusual tour – through an inflatable bowel! Joined by Healthwatch Thurrock volunteer Betty, the team explored this larger-than-life exhibit, which was brought to Thurrock to help raise awareness about the signs and symptoms of bowel cancer. It sparked plenty of interesting … Continue reading Exploring Bowels, Community Fayres & Local Health Services – A Busy June for Healthwatch Thurrock!
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Move More, Learn More: Find Your Active at TACC! Find Your Active Thurrock had a fantastic time chatting with learners at the Thurrock Adult Community College Information Event on Wednesday, 4th June, at The Old Courthouse. It was a brilliant opportunity to share what’s available locally to help students stay active—because staying active plays a … Continue reading How Thurrock is Getting Active, Connected & Inspired!
A huge congratulations to all the talented swimmers from Thurrock Swimming Club who took part in this year’s regional championships, held across three thrilling weekends in Luton and Norwich! With over 35 qualifiers representing the borough, these athletes—training at Blackshots Leisure Centre in partnership with Impulse Leisure—made a serious splash. From standout individual victories to an impressive haul of … Continue reading Making Waves: Thurrock Swimmers Shine at Regional Championships
Find Your Active Thurrock attended the Spring Integrated Locality Team (ILT) Networking event on 15th May. Active Essex gave a presentation on the Place Partnership Expansion (PPE) project, highlighting the exciting programmes & new opportunities it will be bringing into Thurrock over the next 3 years. Find Your Active Thurrock is our public-facing brand, along with other … Continue reading Integrated Locality Teams Spring Networking Event
