Uttlesford is a predominantly rural district covering 56 parishes with a population of over 86,000 residents. Over 20% of the population are over 65 years of age and this proportion is set to rise sharply in the next 10 years
On the surface, Uttlesford appears to be prosperous, however there are significant pockets of rural isolation and disadvantage. UCAN provides support for residents facing these challenges.
UCAN Community Response Hub
With the support of two dedicated Community Responders, and a bank of volunteers we are able to help with:
- Occasional Shopping;
- Urgent Prescription collection and delivery;
- Key safe installation;
- Video Doorbells;
- Smoke Alarms;
- Digital installation e.g. Amazon Echo / Google Home and devices;
- Telephone Befriending;
- Walking Buddies;
- Pets as Therapy dog visits;
- Garden Rescue;
- Winter Warmth – including help with draft proofing, provision of bedding and heaters, extra blankets and warm clothes;
The Community Response Hub can be contacted by telephone Monday to Friday between 9.00 a.m. and 4.00 p.m. on 03333 408218. You can leave a message outside of these times.
Frontline professional workers can submit referrals using Uttlesford Frontline.
You can also submit an enquiry using the form below: