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Support For Your Community

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



Passenger Transport Service (PTS) – minibus and driver hire:

Who is this for:

  • Community, charity groups and others that require transport to access activities they have planned as a adhoc (one off occasion), or as part of an ongoing programme of activities all year round.

What we provide:

  • Provide safe journeys via fully accessible vehicles across Coventry and further afield

  • All vehicles are well maintained via our internal fleet maintenance team and are legally compliant.

  • Passenger transport services have a variety of accessible vehicles, but typically cater for up to 16 passengers. Some of the fleet can accommodate up to 4 wheelchair users.

  • All drivers are appropriately trained in safeguarding, health and safety and safer systems of work. Drivers have MIDAS certification (minibus training), and are trained in transporting wheelchair users comfortably.

Availability:

  • Availability is typically during off peak times - Monday to Friday 10am – 2pm (school terms)

  • Weekends/School Holidays and possibly Bank Holidays and evenings

Costs: Are based on:

  • Hourly rate – £40 per hour for a driver and minibus + £0.30p per mile

  • Ongoing programme of activities all year round, would need to be discussed with PTS and agreed via a service level agreement/contract arrangement

Bookings: Please contact ptssupervisors@coventry.gov.uk and request a booking form or call 02476975466 and ask for booking enquiries


Sahil Project Brings Movement and Connection to Foleshill Residents

Sahil recognising the positive impact being physically active could bring to their clients, they successfully applied to the Sport England Movement Fund, which has enabled them to introduce a regular schedule of seated exercise classes throughout the week in several venues. They found the application process straightforward and were delighted when they found out they had secured the funds.

They recognised the challenges some people face in terms of their physical and mental health. The new local exercise classes provide people with a reason to leave their homes, go outside, and socialise.

Dr Koll said “At Sahil, we see every day how culture, language and isolation can prevent people from accessing even the most basic forms of support. These sessions are not just about movement they are about belonging. They offer a safe space where people from different communities come together, feel heard, and rediscover the confidence to live well. That’s the real impact of this project.”

Sahil is fully inclusive, welcoming everyone to their sessions irrespective of their faith or cultural background. Most clients are 55 plus and enjoy a range of different activities.

Chair based exercise sessions take place :11 – 12 Tuesdays Weekly at Paul Community Centre, Foleshill

10:30 to 11:30 Thursdays weekly at The Hindu Temple Society, Stoney Stanton Road

Further info on all activities is available on Sahil’s website https://www.sahilproject.co.uk/ Or for more information email info@sahilproject.co.uk Or telephone 024 7663 8754






Support For Your Community

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



Passenger Transport Service (PTS) – minibus and driver hire:

Who is this for:

  • Community, charity groups and others that require transport to access activities they have planned as a adhoc (one off occasion), or as part of an ongoing programme of activities all year round.

What we provide:

  • Provide safe journeys via fully accessible vehicles across Coventry and further afield

  • All vehicles are well maintained via our internal fleet maintenance team and are legally compliant.

  • Passenger transport services have a variety of accessible vehicles, but typically cater for up to 16 passengers. Some of the fleet can accommodate up to 4 wheelchair users.

  • All drivers are appropriately trained in safeguarding, health and safety and safer systems of work. Drivers have MIDAS certification (minibus training), and are trained in transporting wheelchair users comfortably.

Availability:

  • Availability is typically during off peak times - Monday to Friday 10am – 2pm (school terms)

  • Weekends/School Holidays and possibly Bank Holidays and evenings

Costs: Are based on:

  • Hourly rate – £40 per hour for a driver and minibus + £0.30p per mile

  • Ongoing programme of activities all year round, would need to be discussed with PTS and agreed via a service level agreement/contract arrangement

Bookings: Please contact ptssupervisors@coventry.gov.uk and request a booking form or call 02476975466 and ask for booking enquiries


Sahil Project Brings Movement and Connection to Foleshill Residents

Sahil recognising the positive impact being physically active could bring to their clients, they successfully applied to the Sport England Movement Fund, which has enabled them to introduce a regular schedule of seated exercise classes throughout the week in several venues. They found the application process straightforward and were delighted when they found out they had secured the funds.

They recognised the challenges some people face in terms of their physical and mental health. The new local exercise classes provide people with a reason to leave their homes, go outside, and socialise.

Dr Koll said “At Sahil, we see every day how culture, language and isolation can prevent people from accessing even the most basic forms of support. These sessions are not just about movement they are about belonging. They offer a safe space where people from different communities come together, feel heard, and rediscover the confidence to live well. That’s the real impact of this project.”

Sahil is fully inclusive, welcoming everyone to their sessions irrespective of their faith or cultural background. Most clients are 55 plus and enjoy a range of different activities.

Chair based exercise sessions take place :11 – 12 Tuesdays Weekly at Paul Community Centre, Foleshill

10:30 to 11:30 Thursdays weekly at The Hindu Temple Society, Stoney Stanton Road

Further info on all activities is available on Sahil’s website https://www.sahilproject.co.uk/ Or for more information email info@sahilproject.co.uk Or telephone 024 7663 8754






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