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Support For Your Community

Have a look at what support is available for your community, organisation or yourself!



Free Online Training – Choose to Change

Domestic Abuse in Families and Accessing Perpetrator Programmes in Coventry

Delivered by Relate and Coventry Haven, working in partnership

This workshop is for Coventry based workers only and would be of benefit to any worker who wants to learn more about domestic abuse and how to respond safely and effectively within their role.


Choose one of the following Dates:

12th September 6.30pm to 8.30pm

15th January 6.30pm to 8.30pm

18th September 2pm to 4pm

29th January 2pm to 4pm

23rd October 9.30am to 11.30am

12th February 6.30pm to 8.30pm

6th November 6.30pm to 8.30pm

26th February 9.30am to 11.30am

20th November 2pm to 4pm

12th March 6.30pm to 8.30pm

4th December 6.30pm to 8.30pm

26th March 2pm to 4pm
18th December 9.30am to 11.30am


To book in - Go to the EVENTBRITE link below

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/how-to-provide-support-in-domestic-abuse-situations-tickets-999324856547


This two-hour online workshop will look at what domestic abuse is, who it impacts and what interventions are available for those who harm whilst prioritising the safety of those at risk. Choose to Change is a Coventry based service offering both group and one to one interventions for those engaging in harmful behaviours as well as an integrated service prioritising the safety and well-being of victims and their children which runs parallel for the duration of the group.



Adult Social Care - Find out more and have your say...

This will be an opportunity for you to come and speak to the teams and learn more about support options available through Adult Social Care.

We will be joined by our Financial Assessments team, our Telecare team, Carers Trust, Penderels, Act On Energy and a number of other organisations who will be able to give an overview of the some of the support available for individuals and carers in Coventry.

On: Tuesday 15 October 2024

Drop In Anytime Between 10am - 2pm

At: St Peters Hillfields, Charles St, Coventry CV1 5NP





Cost of Living

If you're struggling with the cost of food, bills and essentials, you could be eligible for a Household Support grant to help you. The fund supports households in the most need, particularly those who might not qualify for other types of support in the past, including cost of living payments.

Visit the Household Support Fund webpage on the Coventry City Council website to find out exactly what support is on offer.


All applications for support need to be made online. Alternatively, support completing an application can be provided by calling 08085 834333; or visiting the customer service centre at Broadgate House.


Act on Energy

'Act on Energy' provides free impartial advice on energy efficiency and grants and projects available in your area to help keep you warm this winter.

To find out more visit the Act on Energy Website




P3 drop-in sessions

P3 can provide help with: Housing/tenancy issues, independent living skills, money management/benefit advice, health and well-being or general advice and support.

Contact P3 on 08081 962660 or visit your local family hub to find out more.




Coventry Citizens Advice Bureau

Coventry Citizens Advice provide a range of free, confidential advice, including housing, benefits and debt.

You can contact them via their Advice Line: 0800 144 88 48


Central England Law Centre for specialist legal advice, including legal welfare benefits advice

Telephone number 02476 223 053 or you can complete the Online contact form

The telephone line is available Monday to Thursday 9am till 5pm and Friday 9am till 4.30pm.

Central England Law Centre have recently moved to Kirby House, Little Park Street, CV1 2JZ

Support For Your Community

Have a look at what support is available for your community, organisation or yourself!



Free Online Training – Choose to Change

Domestic Abuse in Families and Accessing Perpetrator Programmes in Coventry

Delivered by Relate and Coventry Haven, working in partnership

This workshop is for Coventry based workers only and would be of benefit to any worker who wants to learn more about domestic abuse and how to respond safely and effectively within their role.


Choose one of the following Dates:

12th September 6.30pm to 8.30pm

15th January 6.30pm to 8.30pm

18th September 2pm to 4pm

29th January 2pm to 4pm

23rd October 9.30am to 11.30am

12th February 6.30pm to 8.30pm

6th November 6.30pm to 8.30pm

26th February 9.30am to 11.30am

20th November 2pm to 4pm

12th March 6.30pm to 8.30pm

4th December 6.30pm to 8.30pm

26th March 2pm to 4pm
18th December 9.30am to 11.30am


To book in - Go to the EVENTBRITE link below

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/how-to-provide-support-in-domestic-abuse-situations-tickets-999324856547


This two-hour online workshop will look at what domestic abuse is, who it impacts and what interventions are available for those who harm whilst prioritising the safety of those at risk. Choose to Change is a Coventry based service offering both group and one to one interventions for those engaging in harmful behaviours as well as an integrated service prioritising the safety and well-being of victims and their children which runs parallel for the duration of the group.



Adult Social Care - Find out more and have your say...

This will be an opportunity for you to come and speak to the teams and learn more about support options available through Adult Social Care.

We will be joined by our Financial Assessments team, our Telecare team, Carers Trust, Penderels, Act On Energy and a number of other organisations who will be able to give an overview of the some of the support available for individuals and carers in Coventry.

On: Tuesday 15 October 2024

Drop In Anytime Between 10am - 2pm

At: St Peters Hillfields, Charles St, Coventry CV1 5NP





Cost of Living

If you're struggling with the cost of food, bills and essentials, you could be eligible for a Household Support grant to help you. The fund supports households in the most need, particularly those who might not qualify for other types of support in the past, including cost of living payments.

Visit the Household Support Fund webpage on the Coventry City Council website to find out exactly what support is on offer.


All applications for support need to be made online. Alternatively, support completing an application can be provided by calling 08085 834333; or visiting the customer service centre at Broadgate House.


Act on Energy

'Act on Energy' provides free impartial advice on energy efficiency and grants and projects available in your area to help keep you warm this winter.

To find out more visit the Act on Energy Website




P3 drop-in sessions

P3 can provide help with: Housing/tenancy issues, independent living skills, money management/benefit advice, health and well-being or general advice and support.

Contact P3 on 08081 962660 or visit your local family hub to find out more.




Coventry Citizens Advice Bureau

Coventry Citizens Advice provide a range of free, confidential advice, including housing, benefits and debt.

You can contact them via their Advice Line: 0800 144 88 48


Central England Law Centre for specialist legal advice, including legal welfare benefits advice

Telephone number 02476 223 053 or you can complete the Online contact form

The telephone line is available Monday to Thursday 9am till 5pm and Friday 9am till 4.30pm.

Central England Law Centre have recently moved to Kirby House, Little Park Street, CV1 2JZ

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    August 2024 Support

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    Act On Energy

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