Author: Richard Corby

Chat Cafe Dunmow – Saturday 3rd September 2022

The Chat Cafe will be open again at the Uttlesford Community Hub on the first Saturday in September

The Chat Cafe will be open again at the Uttlesford Community Hub on the first Saturday in September

Mind in West Essex are looking forward to welcoming local residents to the next Chat Cafe session, which for September is on Saturday 3rd between 10.00 a.m. and 12.00 p.m.

This is a free drop in session and everyone is welcome.

The Chat Cafe is a space to share a hot or cold drink, have a chat and make new friends.

Uttlesford Community Hub, 45 Stortford Road, Great Dunmow. CM6 1DQ. There is accessible parking at the front of the building.

We hope you can make it!

Food Share Pop-Up in Elsenham Today

TouchPoint are holding a pop-up Community Food Share in Elsenham this morning, Tuesday 23rd August, 9.30-11am, outside the Memorial Hall (off Leigh Drive near the Bowls Club / football pitches).

TouchPoint are holding a pop-up Community Food Share in Elsenham this morning, Tuesday 23rd August, 9.30-11am, outside the Memorial Hall (off Leigh Drive near the Bowls Club / football pitches).

Bring a bag and help to reduce food waste!

All welcome.

Understanding Dementia Better

Dementia Adventure’s next Understanding Dementia Better session for friends and family supporting someone with dementia is on 6th September, 6pm – 8pm.

Dementia Adventure’s next Understanding Dementia Better session for friends and family supporting someone with dementia is on 6th September, 6pm – 8pm.

The training takes place on Zoom and is free.

Book your place here: http://ow.ly/WcRF50KmajK

Food for Thought starts 7th September 2022

Do you want to reduce the food you throw away and save money in the kitchen?

Do you want to reduce the food you throw away and save money in the kitchen?

If so, join this friendly four-week series of online discussions – Food for Thought! The sessions will start on Wednesday 7 September and run until 28 September, each lasting an hour from 7:30pm until 8:30pm.

Discussions will run through the various steps you can take at home to help you throw away less food. During the month, participants will have the opportunity to interact and share their experiences to keep the conversation going outside of sessions.

The group is open to all, whether you don’t know anything about making the most of your food or consider yourself an expert.

To get involved visit:

https://www.loveessex.org/…/august…/food-for-thought/

Dunmow Dementia Cafe Summer Outing 2022

This week 40 Dunmow Dementia Cafe members headed off to Gotha Gardens at Pembroke Farm in Herts

This week 40 Dunmow Dementia Cafe members headed off to Gotha Gardens at Pembroke Farm in Herts

The gardens were created 35 years ago and consist of several themed areas, with different planting schemes.

On arrival we had a home made cake and sat chatting in the sunshine. This was followed by a tour of the gardens by the owner of the property, and a light lunch before heading home. 

The weather was not too hot and everyone had such a lovely day. 

Days out like this, which are well supported by our team of volunteers are a real boost to all who attend.

If you would like to find out more about the Dementia Cafe then please call Uttlesford Community Action on 01371 878400 and speak to Jacqui Davies.

Our regular Dementia Cafe activities take place weekly on Monday morning, at the Rowena Davey Centre in Chequers Lane. Those living with dementia, their carers and those who have experience of dementia are all welcome.

WECAN Bereavement Support

Do you feel like you are struggling to come to terms with loss? Do you want support to process your feelings around grief? Would you benefit from some extra support with day-to-day life?

Do you feel like you are struggling to come to terms with loss? Do you want support to process your feelings around grief? Would you benefit from some extra support with day-to-day life?

WECAN are offering free support to adults, children and young people in Epping Forest, Harlow and Uttlesford. We can provide local help, information and advice – whatever you need.

We provide a person centred, brief solution approach to supporting children, young people and adults who are experiencing grief and seeking some additional help.  

  • Early Days Support
  • Home/Living Support
  • 1-2-1 Adult Grief Coaching
  • 1-2-1 Child/Young Person Grief Support
  • Befriending and Community Signposting

For further information email bereavement@westessexcan.org or call 07967 726851

Your can also make a referral or submit a callback request using Frontline Referrals:

https://uttlesford.essexfrontline.org.uk/Library/ServiceDetail/62d5383c273a15ba2e95b812

Volunteer ‘Thank You’ Event – 16th September 2022

Uttlesford Community Action Network and Volunteer Uttlesford have pleasure in inviting Uttlesford volunteers to a ‘thank you’ afternoon tea event at Foakes Hall, Great Dunmow on Friday 16th September 2022

Uttlesford Community Action Network and Volunteer Uttlesford have pleasure in inviting Uttlesford volunteers to a ‘thank you’ afternoon tea event at Foakes Hall, Great Dunmow on Friday 16th September 2022

Over the past two plus years, Uttlesford residents have gone above and beyond when it comes to supporting not only our community, but also those people arriving into the district from the Ukraine and other warn-torn countries.

It’s impossible to overstate the huge impact this kindness and generosity has had, but in a small way we would like to say thank you to all volunteers who have given their time, energy and enthusiasm to make life better.

When: Friday 16th September 2pm – 4pm

Where: Foakes Hall, 47 Stortford Road, Great Dunmow.

If you would like to join us for this special occasion, please email info@cvsu.org.uk to confirm the number of guests who will be attending.

We do hope you can join us for this unique event.

Fundraising Quiz Night for Macmillan Cancer Support

The Saffron Walden Fundraising Committee for Macmillan Cancer Support are hosting a quiz night in October to raise much needed funds to support the work of this fantastic charity.

Sign up for a great night out in aid of a fantastic cause!

The Saffron Walden Fundraising Committee for Macmillan Cancer Support are hosting a quiz night in October to raise much needed funds to support the work of this fantastic charity.

When: Friday 28th October 2022 7pm for 7.30 pm start

Where: Great Chesterford Community Centre, Newmarket Road, Great Chesterford. CB10 1NS

Fish and chip supper available. Pre-order and pay on the night. Bring your own drinks.

£10 per person. Teams of up to eight people.

To reserve a table for your team please email macmillansaffronwalden@outlook.com

For more info please call 07711 87507

Share your experiences of mental health services in Essex

Have you or someone you care for been supported by any NHS or voluntary mental health services in Essex within the last five years?

Have you or someone you care for been supported by any NHS or voluntary mental health services in Essex within the last five years?

A five-year, all-age mental health strategy is being developed for Essex. The strategy must prioritise the needs of service users, their carers and supporters in order to improve mental health services in this area. You can share your views in this short anonymous survey 

https://healthwatchessex.org.uk/2022/08/share-your-experiences-of-mental-health-services-in-essex

Energy Rebate Exceptional Hardship Fund

Residents who qualified under the Council Tax Rebate scheme or the discretionary scheme will have already received their £150 payment or been contacted on how to claim it. What help is there for those that weren’t eligible?

Residents who qualified under the Council Tax Rebate scheme or the discretionary scheme will have already received their £150 payment or been contacted on how to claim it. What help is there for those that weren’t eligible?

If you did not qualify for either and are struggling to pay your bills, you may be eligible for the Energy Rebate Exceptional Hardship Scheme.

To qualify you must:

• Be your sole or main residence

• Be the person liable for paying Council Tax at the property

• Have not already received an energy rebate on this or any other property

• The property must have been listed between bands E-H in the Council Tax valuation list in the Uttlesford area on the 1st April 2022

You have until 31 October 2022 to apply for the scheme.

To find our whether you are eligible, visit our website: www.uttlesford.gov.uk/energyrebate-ehf