Tag: Dunmow

Inaugural UCAN Barn Dance is a load of fundraising fun!

We were delighted to host The Gentlemen of iO on Friday 29th November for our very first fundraising barn dance, which took place at Foakes Hall in Great Dunmow.

We were delighted to host The Gentlemen of iO on Friday 29th November for our very first fundraising barn dance, which took place at Foakes Hall in Great Dunmow.

Thank you to everyone who came and supported us and danced the night away. Much gratitude also to the UCAN fundraising team of volunteers who provided a splendid Ploughman’s meal for over 120, and the lovely people who operated the cash bar for us. In total we raised £1,800 on the night – much needed funding that will support our work with lonely and isolated people in Uttlesford.

If you were unable to join us this time, but would like to support the work of UCAN, please consider making a donation by clicking here.

Fundraising Quiz Night

Join us on Friday 21st October 2021 at the Rowena Davey Centre in Great Dunmow for a night of food and fun, all in support of our work within the Uttlesford Community

We’re delighted to be brining back our Autumn Quiz Night after a two year break due to the pandemic. We’re looking forward to seeing friends old and new for a fun night of games, tasty food, drinks and some laughs.

When: Friday 21st October 2022 starting at 7.30 p.m.

Where: Rowena Davey Centre, Chequers Lane, Great Dunmow. Parking on site.

What: A fun quiz night with a two course meal, cash bar, games, prizes and fun

Price: £12.50 per person.

How To Book

Click on the Add to Cart button below. You can choose the number of tickets on the following page.

Alternatively call the office on 01371 878400 to book your tickets and pay by card on the telephone. All tickets must be paid for in advance due to catering.

We will contact you to confirm the number of meat free meals required. We are offering two dinner options:

  • Beef Lasagne with side salad, followed by warm chocolate brownie and icecream
  • Plant based Lasagne, dairy free and egg free, followed by Biscoff Cup Cake.

Please note: Our meals will be prepared fresh on the day. Dinners will be provided by Enterprise East and both options are cooked in an environment that contains allergens including dairy, nuts, wheat and dairy. Please let us know if you have a food related allergy. Thank you.

We hope you can join us for this great change to relax and have some fun in aid of a good cause. See you soon!

Forget Me Not Cafes in Uttlesford

Uttlesford Community Action Network (UCAN) and Volunteer Uttlesford run weekly dementia support sessions for people living with dementia, their families and carers, and anyone who has experience of dementia

Uttlesford Community Action Network (UCAN) and Volunteer Uttlesford run weekly dementia support sessions for people living with dementia, their families and carers, and anyone who has experience of dementia

Dunmow Dementia Cafe

The Dunmow Dementia Cafe was launched four years ago by UCAN and has gone from strength-to-strength. We have a mix of socials, guest speakers, visiting experts and away days to provide opportunities for those living with dementia and their carers, to support and learn from each other, as well as understand all the help and support that is available.

Our weekly meetings are free to attend and take place at the Rowena Davey Centre, Chequers Lane, Great Dunmow every Monday (not bank holidays) between 10.30 a.m. and 12.00 p.m.

For more information contact Jacqui Davies – jacqui.davies@ucan.org.uk or drop in at the Dementia Cafe – everyone welcome!

Forget Me Not Cafe – Saffron Walden

Join the Volunteer Uttlesford team at the Forget Me Not Cafe every Wednesday in Saffron Walden for companionship, support, activities, information, advice and a cup of tea!

Wednesdays 10.00 a.m. to 12.00 p.m. at Fairycroft House, Audley Road, Saffron Walden.

For more information call 01799 510525 or email saffronwaldendementiacafe@gmail.com

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!

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.