Support For Your Community
Support For Your Community
Have a look at what support is available for your community, organisation or yourself!
Free Energy Awareness Training Available for Frontline Workers in the West MidlandsAct on Energy is offering a series of free online Energy Awareness Training sessions designed for anyone working with people across the West Midlands who may be struggling to stay warm and manage rising energy costs this winter. These sessions are ideal for frontline professionals, carers, and volunteers who regularly support individuals or families facing financial pressures or fuel poverty. Whether you work in healthcare, emergency services, community organisations, housing, or any other frontline role, this training will help you feel more confident in recognising and responding to energy‑related challenges. Participants will gain practical skills and knowledge on topics including:
Act on Energy is an established energy advice charity with 27 years of experience working directly with people affected by fuel poverty. Their aim is to share expertise so frontline workers can offer timely, informed support to residents across Birmingham, Coventry, Dudley, Sandwell, Solihull, Walsall, and Wolverhampton. These sessions are free to attend, but places are limited — book early to avoid disappointment. Book Your PlaceFree tickets are available via Eventbrite: For further information, please contact: |
Support For Your Community
Have a look at what support is available for your community, organisation or yourself!
Free Energy Awareness Training Available for Frontline Workers in the West MidlandsAct on Energy is offering a series of free online Energy Awareness Training sessions designed for anyone working with people across the West Midlands who may be struggling to stay warm and manage rising energy costs this winter. These sessions are ideal for frontline professionals, carers, and volunteers who regularly support individuals or families facing financial pressures or fuel poverty. Whether you work in healthcare, emergency services, community organisations, housing, or any other frontline role, this training will help you feel more confident in recognising and responding to energy‑related challenges. Participants will gain practical skills and knowledge on topics including:
Act on Energy is an established energy advice charity with 27 years of experience working directly with people affected by fuel poverty. Their aim is to share expertise so frontline workers can offer timely, informed support to residents across Birmingham, Coventry, Dudley, Sandwell, Solihull, Walsall, and Wolverhampton. These sessions are free to attend, but places are limited — book early to avoid disappointment. Book Your PlaceFree tickets are available via Eventbrite: For further information, please contact: |
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Change of youth through sport
by Eagle Nation Limited, 11 months agoMy name is Hugues Yowa, and I represent Eagle Nation, a community organisation dedicated to providing sports activities for children and young people in Coventry.
Last year, we ran a project called "The Change," which offered free basketball and football sessions to young people—Basketball after school on Thursdays and football training on Saturday mornings. Through these sessions, we were able to build strong relationships with local youth and their families, which helped us better understand the challenges our community is facing daily.
These activities allowed us to engage with young people who are often at risk of isolation, anti-social behaviour... Continue reading
My name is Hugues Yowa, and I represent Eagle Nation, a community organisation dedicated to providing sports activities for children and young people in Coventry.
Last year, we ran a project called "The Change," which offered free basketball and football sessions to young people—Basketball after school on Thursdays and football training on Saturday mornings. Through these sessions, we were able to build strong relationships with local youth and their families, which helped us better understand the challenges our community is facing daily.
These activities allowed us to engage with young people who are often at risk of isolation, anti-social behaviour, or violence. We believe that most young people are not inherently violent; instead, they are shaped by difficult circumstances such as unstable home environments, lack of guidance, or socio-economic hardships.
This is why Eagle Nation is committed not only to supporting children and young people, but also working closely with parents. We see the need for more dialogue, more family-focused activities, and more opportunities to keep young people engaged in a positive way.
The biggest barrier we face in expanding this vital work is a lack of funding. With the right support, we can do even more to reduce violence, improve well-being, and build a stronger, safer community for all.
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April Newsletter 2025
11 months ago
Grief Awareness Support Available
13th May 12:00-14:00
Where : St Pauls Community Centre, 346 Foleshill Road, CV65AJ
For more information please contact Sahil Tel 02476 638754
Dementia Prevention & Awareness Days- For information on Dementia
- Living with Dementia
- Caring for someone with Dementia
Dates:- 18th May
- 22nd June
- 20th July
Free Funding Application Training Workshop
Community Resilience Team, will be running a funding application training workshop on Thursday 5th June 11:30am to 14:30pm at Friargate Station Square, Coventry CV1 2GN.
Get some expert advice on the... Continue reading
Grief Awareness Support Available
13th May 12:00-14:00
Where : St Pauls Community Centre, 346 Foleshill Road, CV65AJ
For more information please contact Sahil Tel 02476 638754
Dementia Prevention & Awareness Days- For information on Dementia
- Living with Dementia
- Caring for someone with Dementia
Dates:- 18th May
- 22nd June
- 20th July
Free Funding Application Training Workshop
Community Resilience Team, will be running a funding application training workshop on Thursday 5th June 11:30am to 14:30pm at Friargate Station Square, Coventry CV1 2GN.
Get some expert advice on the do's and don'ts when applying for funding. Come and talk to the team about your ideas and get some 1-2-1 practical advice on your application.
While also getting access to local JSNA data that will show the demographics of your community and evidence why your project idea is needed. You will also be given information on local public and private organisations or teams that may be able to support any new project.
Book your free place now by emailing Community Resilience CommunityResilience@coventry.gov.uk(External link)
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New free training opportunity – Digital health literacy workshops
#CovConnects, the Council’s digital inclusion programme, has partnered with the University Hospital Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW) to hold free digital health literacy workshops for community organisations that focus around supporting others to feel confident when it comes to understanding the online world through the lens of health.
Content covered:
- An introduction to digital literacy through the scope of health
- Social media and health
- How low digital literacy can harm
- How community organisations can help
Attending organisations will be gifted a ÂŁ50 donation! This donation is available on a first come first serve basis, so please do get in touch!
In May, #CovConnects and UHCW are offering the following in person sessions:
- 7 May | 12noon – 1:30pm at Friargate(External link)
- More dates are available! Reach out to the team over email at CovConnectsDigital@coventry.gov.uk(External link) to learn more
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March Newsletter 2025
12 months ago
Octavius and Coventry City Council Collaborate to Inspire Young Minds
Octavius, a transport solutions provider, got in touch with Community Resilience Team to provide some social value work in communities. They collaborated with Coventry City Council to donate 20 copies of the educational storybook "Sammi on Site." Co-written by Octavius' Site Manager, the book aims to ignite curiosity about the built environment and the role of engineering in shaping our world.
Sam Wraith from Octavius expressed the company's commitment to community support, stating, "We’re proud to support the Coventry Adult Education Centre Family Learning Programme to help promote strong positive... Continue reading
Octavius and Coventry City Council Collaborate to Inspire Young Minds
Octavius, a transport solutions provider, got in touch with Community Resilience Team to provide some social value work in communities. They collaborated with Coventry City Council to donate 20 copies of the educational storybook "Sammi on Site." Co-written by Octavius' Site Manager, the book aims to ignite curiosity about the built environment and the role of engineering in shaping our world.
Sam Wraith from Octavius expressed the company's commitment to community support, stating, "We’re proud to support the Coventry Adult Education Centre Family Learning Programme to help promote strong positive relationships within families; enabling parents and carers to support their children’s learning and development."
This initiative is part of Octavius' ongoing efforts to foster educational growth and community resilience. By providing these resources, Octavius and Coventry City Council hope to inspire the next generation of engineers and builders, while also strengthening family bonds through shared learning experiences.
For more information about the Family Learning Programme and how you can get involved, please contact the Coventry Adult Education Centre.
Adult education – Coventry City Council(External link) Telephone:024 7697 5200
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February Newsletter 2025
about 1 year ago
Supporting carers with Bridgit Care
Bridgit Care recognises the complex challenges that unpaid carers face and their online platform is specifically designed to support carers throughout their caring journey, offering resources for personal well-being, employment, and financial guidance. Bridgit also connects carers with local support networks, services, and events, ensuring that they always have a community to rely on, which is why Coventry City Council have commissioned Bridgit Care to support carers in the city.
Bridgit Care Support
Severn Trent bring exciting job opportunities to Coventry
It’s estimated that there’s some 1.5m people above the age of 16 currently unemployed... Continue reading
Supporting carers with Bridgit Care
Bridgit Care recognises the complex challenges that unpaid carers face and their online platform is specifically designed to support carers throughout their caring journey, offering resources for personal well-being, employment, and financial guidance. Bridgit also connects carers with local support networks, services, and events, ensuring that they always have a community to rely on, which is why Coventry City Council have commissioned Bridgit Care to support carers in the city.
Bridgit Care Support
Severn Trent bring exciting job opportunities to Coventry
It’s estimated that there’s some 1.5m people above the age of 16 currently unemployed across the UK, with many of those across the Midlands.
Severn Trent’s commitment to change that statistic is seeing it create opportunities to connect people to jobs in Coventry.
Working with Coventry City Council, the company is bringing back it’s Big Boost for Coventry – where it promises jobs, skills, training and work opportunities for those in the city and beyond.
The company is to be joined by employers such as British Army, EON, National Gas, Warwickshire Police, NHS and more – following the success of its first event that saw over 500 people through the doors at the Transport Museum.
The event, that’s free to enter and will take place on Thursday 6th March 2025 – between 10am and 2pm at Coventry Transport Museum.
As well as employers with live jobs, there’s free cv workshops, virtual reality interview practice, and other employability training and other support available, such as help with water bills and cost of living support.
Councillor Dr Kindy Sandhu, Cabinet Member for Education and Skills said: “It’s fantastic that Severn Trent want to bring another jobs fair back to the city. The last event was a huge success, so we hope to build on that for 2025. We want to make sure our residents are equipped with the right skills to go onto pursue future careers in and around the city. The jobs fair is definitely something that will help support this.
“I encourage anyone looking for support with interview skills, CV writing, confidence building or seeking work opportunities to go along.”
To support the event the museum is also offering a massively discounted day rate to the museum of only £5 for anyone who attends. Where it’s usually £15 for the year.
Adam Stevens, Societal Programme Officer, at Severn Trent said: “Our first event in Coventry was hugely successful, so we had to plan and bring back another session quickly to bring more opportunities to the city. We’re a big employer in Coventry and know our responsibility in creating opportunities and connecting people to them. We want people to come out and look at what jobs are available, as well as other opportunities like apprenticeships and free employability training.
“We’re looking forward to seeing many local people there taking advantage of some of the biggest employers together in one room to help boost employment in Coventry and make use of our free training sessions can get people job ready.”
The event builds on the company’s work in region, where it first launched a 10-year plan to support 100,000 people who are at risk of water poverty by tackling one of the underlying causes of poverty.
The company has been partnering with local schools, hosting jobs fairs, as well as delivering mentoring to prison leavers – in its commitment to help support those from marginalised groups with employment opportunities.
To register your interest to this free event, visit Severn Trent’s Big Boost for Cov Jobs Fair Tickets, Thu 6 Mar 2025 at 10:00 | Eventbrite
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January Newsletter 2025
about 1 year ago
For over 18 months, the Tile Hill Support Hub has been a vital resource for the local community, offering a range of services and advice through monthly activities. This initiative, held at St Oswald’s Church, provides essential support from organisations such as Job Shop, Citizen Housing, and various benefits and health advisors.
Recognizing a gap in their services, St Oswald’s identified the need for assistance with online assessments and form completion. In response, the Community Resilience Team collaborated with St Oswald's and successfully secured £9,520 for a two-year project. This funding has enabled the training of volunteers who now offer... Continue reading
For over 18 months, the Tile Hill Support Hub has been a vital resource for the local community, offering a range of services and advice through monthly activities. This initiative, held at St Oswald’s Church, provides essential support from organisations such as Job Shop, Citizen Housing, and various benefits and health advisors.
Recognizing a gap in their services, St Oswald’s identified the need for assistance with online assessments and form completion. In response, the Community Resilience Team collaborated with St Oswald's and successfully secured £9,520 for a two-year project. This funding has enabled the training of volunteers who now offer guidance on form completion, internet access, and the use of laptops provided by Covconnects.
In addition to these services, the hub offers a welcoming environment where residents can enjoy a cup of tea while receiving the support they need. The Tile Hill Support Hub is open to all local residents and operates on the first Friday of every month from 10 AM to 12 PM at St Oswald’s Church on Jardine Crescent.
If you live in Tile Hill and need help or advice, don’t hesitate to drop by. The support is free, and the community is here to help you.
Domestic Abuse
If you need advice or support go to Safe to Talk, Coventry City Council’s Domestic Abuse website. Here you will find information on services for survivors, children/young people and perpetrators. There is also support around honour-based abuse, forced marriage and FGM. Anyone including professionals can call 0800 111 4998 8.30am - 5pm Monday to Friday or 10am - 1pm Saturday and Sunday. www.safetotalk.org.uk(External link)
Discover your place in the online world
Would you like to feel more confident when online?
University of Warwick and #CovConnects are here to help.
Join them at an interactive workshop for young people, where they will support you to tackle misinformation and conspiracy theories.
17 February - 1pm - 3pm
Coventry Central Library West Orchard Way, Coventry CV1 1FY
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December 2024
about 1 year ago
Coventry Open Christmas - Do you need a hot meal or safe place to go at Christmas?
The following service open to everybody:
- Emergency overnight sleeping for the homeless or anyone in need
- Free hot meals at breakfast, lunch and dinner times
- Emergency food parcels
- A warm, non judgemental place for anyone who needs a safe place to go
- Entertainment each night, including bingo during the day, prizes, and much more
Venue: Queens Road Baptist Church, Coventry CV1 3EG
Open: 24 hours a day, from December 24th 2:00pm through to December 29th closing at 10:00am
If you can donate items,... Continue reading
Coventry Open Christmas - Do you need a hot meal or safe place to go at Christmas?
The following service open to everybody:
- Emergency overnight sleeping for the homeless or anyone in need
- Free hot meals at breakfast, lunch and dinner times
- Emergency food parcels
- A warm, non judgemental place for anyone who needs a safe place to go
- Entertainment each night, including bingo during the day, prizes, and much more
Venue: Queens Road Baptist Church, Coventry CV1 3EG
Open: 24 hours a day, from December 24th 2:00pm through to December 29th closing at 10:00am
If you can donate items, or volunteer your time to help, please visit their website for more information(External link)
CRASAC have launched a new therapeutic services offer
New service and some changes to the eligibility criteria:
- The waiting list for Therapeutic services for people aged 13+ has now re-opened.
- All referrals will be contacted for an assessment within a month.
- People wanting to access these services will be invited to a 'Welcome to CRASAC session', where the services on offer will be explained.
- Clients will then be able to access a range of support including the Thrive Project (an 8 week closed group) and 1-1 counselling.
- We will be expanding this offer throughout 2025 (subject to funding).
Points to note:
- There remains a long wait for 1-1 counselling.
- Due to demands/lack of capacity, referrals from outside of Coventry will not be accepted (you will be able to enter a postcode into the system which will let you know if you are within our area).
- The ISVA service remains open and unaffected by these changes.
- Referrals for the under 13's counselling remains open and unaffected by these changes
To make a referral, please visit CRASAC's website https://www.crasac.org.uk/need-help/make-a-referral/(External link) or call 02476 277 772
Keep warm and well this winter
As the days get shorter and colder, make sure you take a moment to learn how you can become winter ready.
You can find information and advice, help and support on keeping warm and well in winter(External link). You can also visit one of our places providing a warm welcome(External link) around the city.
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(External link) on the Coventry City Council website to find out exactly what support is on offer.
All applications for support need to be made online(External link). 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(External link)
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(External link) to find out more.
Coventry Citizens Advice Bureau
Coventry Citizens Advice(External link) 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(External link) for specialist legal advice, including legal welfare benefits advice
Telephone number 02476 223 053 or you can complete the Online contact form(External link)
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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November 2024 Community Support
over 1 year ago
Winter vaccine pop-up clinics - Coventry City Centre
The NHS will be delivering winter vaccine pop-up clinics in Coventry City Centre for people who are eligible for the flu and COVID-19 vaccines this winter. They will provide an opportunity for those who have been unable to see their GP or attend a pharmacy to get the vaccines. The vaccinations will only be available to those who are eligible through the NHS(External link).
The mobile unit will be parked:
At: Millennium Place, outside the Transport Museum
On: Wednesday 27th November and Wednesday 4th December
Time: 10am-3pm
Winter vaccine pop-up clinics - Coventry City Centre
The NHS will be delivering winter vaccine pop-up clinics in Coventry City Centre for people who are eligible for the flu and COVID-19 vaccines this winter. They will provide an opportunity for those who have been unable to see their GP or attend a pharmacy to get the vaccines. The vaccinations will only be available to those who are eligible through the NHS(External link).
The mobile unit will be parked:
At: Millennium Place, outside the Transport Museum
On: Wednesday 27th November and Wednesday 4th December
Time: 10am-3pm
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October 2024 Community Support
over 1 year ago
Keep warm and well this winter
As the days get shorter and colder, make sure you take a moment to learn how you can become winter ready.
You can find information and advice, help and support on keeping warm and well in winter(External link). You can also visit one of our places providing a warm welcome(External link) around the city.
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... Continue reading
Keep warm and well this winter
As the days get shorter and colder, make sure you take a moment to learn how you can become winter ready.
You can find information and advice, help and support on keeping warm and well in winter(External link). You can also visit one of our places providing a warm welcome(External link) around the city.
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(External link) on the Coventry City Council website to find out exactly what support is on offer.
All applications for support need to be made online(External link). Alternatively, support completing an application can be provided by calling 08085 834333; or visiting the customer service centre at Broadgate House.
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September 2024 Support
over 1 year ago
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:
... Continue reading12th 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 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(External link)
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
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August 2024 Support
over 1 year ago
Act On Energy
FREE Advice and Support with your home energy.
Act on Energy is a local charity which partners with Local Authorities to offer a full home energy support service and free, impartial advice.
They can offer expert advice on:
- Energy efficiency tips to reduce bills
- Grants and funding for efficiency measures
- Grants for broken heating systems
- Help with fuel bills and energy debt
- Billing issues with your supplier
For more information go to www.actonenergy.org.uk or call 0800 988 2881
Are you worried about your relationship?
Relate Coventry will be visiting local libraries on... Continue reading
Act On Energy
FREE Advice and Support with your home energy.
Act on Energy is a local charity which partners with Local Authorities to offer a full home energy support service and free, impartial advice.
They can offer expert advice on:
- Energy efficiency tips to reduce bills
- Grants and funding for efficiency measures
- Grants for broken heating systems
- Help with fuel bills and energy debt
- Billing issues with your supplier
For more information go to www.actonenergy.org.uk or call 0800 988 2881
Are you worried about your relationship?
Relate Coventry will be visiting local libraries on the following dates to talk about the Choose to Change service which provides support for men who are concerned about how they are behaving towards a partner. Come along and find out how you can be supported.
September
Friday 13, 9.30 to 1pm Foleshill Library
Thursday 19, 2.30pm to 5.30pm Caludon Library
For more information please email info@relatecoventry.org(External link) or call 024 7622 5863.
Are you looking at upskilling your IT Skills?
Interested in completing a Digital Skills Assessment?
Come into the Job Shop every Monday from 10:30 until 11:30am.The Job Shop - West Orchards Shopping Centre CV1 1QX Coventry
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(External link) on the Coventry City Council website to find out exactly what support is on offer.
All applications for support need to be made online(External link). Alternatively, support completing an application can be provided by calling 08085 834333; or visiting the customer service centre at Broadgate House.
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