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  February 2026 - Support for Your Community

  18 days ago
  

  
  

  Free Energy Awareness Training Available for Frontline Workers in the West Midlands Act 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

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  Free Energy Awareness Training Available for Frontline Workers in the West Midlands Act 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: Recognising signs of fuel poverty Understanding energy bills and ways to save energy at home Improving energy efficiency in the home Supporting households dealing with damp and mould How Act on Energy can provide further advice and support 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 Place Free tickets are available via Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/west-midlands-energy-awareness-training-tickets-1981852334683?aff=oddtdtcreator For further information, please contact: 📧 administration@actonenergy.org.uk
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  January 2026 - Support for your Community

  about 2 months ago
  

  Free Drop‑In Vaccination Clinics at Foleshill and Hillfields Family Hubs

  Keeping children up to date with routine NHS vaccinations is essential in protecting them from serious illnesses, particularly as they start school and come into contact with more people. If you’ve missed a GP appointment or are unsure which vaccines your child may need, Coventry’s Family Hubs are offering free, friendly, drop‑in vaccination clinics to help families catch up with no stress.

  These sessions provide a safe, welcoming space where you can talk to experienced NHS nurses, ask questions, and get your child vaccinated quickly and safely. All vaccinations are... Continue reading

  Free Drop‑In Vaccination Clinics at Foleshill and Hillfields Family Hubs

  Keeping children up to date with routine NHS vaccinations is essential in protecting them from serious illnesses, particularly as they start school and come into contact with more people. If you’ve missed a GP appointment or are unsure which vaccines your child may need, Coventry’s Family Hubs are offering free, friendly, drop‑in vaccination clinics to help families catch up with no stress.

  These sessions provide a safe, welcoming space where you can talk to experienced NHS nurses, ask questions, and get your child vaccinated quickly and safely. All vaccinations are free as part of the NHS programme, and your child’s GP record is updated automatically.

  What You Can Expect

  • Walk‑in clinics – no appointment required
  • Friendly nurses available to answer questions or discuss any concerns
  • Quick, safe vaccinations suitable for school‑aged children
  • A supportive environment to talk about vaccine worries
  • GP automatically notified of any vaccines given

  Clinic Locations & Dates

  Below are the full details for both Coventry hubs offering sessions from January to June 2026.

  Hillfields Harmony Hub

  Location: Clifton Street, Coventry, CV1 5GR
  When: Tuesdays, 9:00am – 5:00pm
  Dates:

  • 20 January 2026
  • 3 February 2026
  • 17 February 2026
  • 3 March 2026
  • 17 March 2026
  • 31 March 2026
  • 14 April 2026
  • 28 April 2026
  • 12 May 2026
  • 26 May 2026
  • 9 June 2026
  • 23 June 2026

  Foleshill Families for All Hub

  Location: 454 Foleshill Road, Coventry, CV6 5LB
  When: Tuesdays, 12:00pm – 5:00pm
  Dates:

  • 27 January 2026
  • 10 February 2026
  • 24 February 2026
  • 10 March 2026
  • 24 March 2026
  • 7 April 2026
  • 21 April 2026
  • 5 May 2026
  • 19 May 2026
  • 2 June 2026
  • 16 June 2026
  • 30 June 2026

  Get in Touch

  For more information about these vaccination services, please contact:
  📞 01926 351560
  📧 CWICB.your.vaccination@nhs.net(External link)

  NeuroRoots: Wildly Wired Peer‑Led Outdoor Group (35+)

  For those on a late‑diagnosed Autistic or ADHD journey, the NeuroRoots Wildly Wired group offers a supportive, outdoor‑based peer community set within Coundon Hall Park, Coventry. This friendly group meets in nature and blends gentle wellbeing activities with social connection.

  What to Expect

  • Tai Chi / Qi Gong movement
  • Forest bathing and meditation
  • Seasonal nature‑based sessions
  • Walking and connection with others
  • Led by a qualified Forest School Leader & Outdoor Mental Health Practitioner (AuDHD)

  Details

  • Starts: Saturday 7 February 2026
  • Time: 13:30 – 15:30
  • Location: Coundon Hall Park, Coventry
  • Who for: Adults 35+, late‑diagnosed Autistic & ADHD
  • Tickets: By donation via Eventbrite (search NeuroRoots)

  For more details, email:
  📧 NeuroRootsWildlyWired@yanagaia.co.uk(External link)

  Clockwise Credit Union: Safe Savings, Affordable Loans & Local Support

  If you live or work in Coventry, you can access banking services designed with the community in mind through Clockwise Credit Union.

  Clockwise offers everything from small loans starting at just £50 to brand-new current accounts, helping people manage their money safely and affordably.

  As a member-owned financial cooperative, a credit union works differently from a traditional bank. There are no shareholders—so the focus is always on providing the best service to members rather than maximising profit. Membership is free, and once you join, you can immediately apply for loans or open a savings account.

  Whether you need financial support yourself, or you’re helping someone who does, Clockwise Credit Union may be able to help.

  Find out more:
  🔗 Website: www.clockwise.coop
  📞 Phone: 0330 175 5792
  📧 Email: hello@clockwise.coop
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  December 2025 - Support for your Community

  3 months ago

  TB Toolkit

  As trusted community organisations, we would like to request your support to reduce the number of people told they have TB in Coventry which is higher than many other similar cities. TB, if found in the lungs or throat is infectious and 4 in every 10 Coventry residents told they had infectious TB in 2022/23 did not visit their GP at an early stage and started treatment quite late. This meant that the likelihood of them becoming very ill and passing on the infection to friends, family, and social networks such as work colleagues increased.

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  TB Toolkit

  As trusted community organisations, we would like to request your support to reduce the number of people told they have TB in Coventry which is higher than many other similar cities. TB, if found in the lungs or throat is infectious and 4 in every 10 Coventry residents told they had infectious TB in 2022/23 did not visit their GP at an early stage and started treatment quite late. This meant that the likelihood of them becoming very ill and passing on the infection to friends, family, and social networks such as work colleagues increased.

  We are aware that community organisations have a deep understanding of their community and hold a position of trust thus we would like to share a TB raising awareness toolkit with you and ask that you think about how you could use the tools to raise awareness of TB symptoms. We would hope that this means people would notice the symptoms early, visit their GP and if they had TB start treatment quicker. Thus, supporting your community to remain healthy.

  The toolkit includes links to several multilingual TB raising awareness tools such as TB symptom posters and animations. You can access the TB toolkit by requesting a copy from Coventry City Councils Health Protection team at hpteam@coventry.gov.uk(External link).

  Thank you in advance for your support for this important piece of work.
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  November 2025 - Support for your community

  4 months ago
  

  
  

  Launching Soon: Safe Space – Sitting with Grief

  A Peer Support Group for Young People Bereaved by Suicide

  The Violet Project CIO is introducing a new initiative in Coventry: Safe Space – Sitting with Grief, a peer support group designed for 15–19-year-olds who have lost someone to suicide. We understand that traditional counselling isn’t always the right fit immediately after such a loss. This group offers an alternative—a safe, inclusive environment to share experiences and begin to make sense of grief alongside others who truly understand.

  About the Group

  • Location: CV1 3BY, Coventry (details provided upon acceptance)
  • Schedule: Fortnightly... Continue reading

  
  

  Launching Soon: Safe Space – Sitting with Grief

  A Peer Support Group for Young People Bereaved by Suicide

  The Violet Project CIO is introducing a new initiative in Coventry: Safe Space – Sitting with Grief, a peer support group designed for 15–19-year-olds who have lost someone to suicide. We understand that traditional counselling isn’t always the right fit immediately after such a loss. This group offers an alternative—a safe, inclusive environment to share experiences and begin to make sense of grief alongside others who truly understand.

  About the Group

  • Location: CV1 3BY, Coventry (details provided upon acceptance)
  • Schedule: Fortnightly Tuesdays, 4:45–6:15 pm, over 24 weeks (12 sessions)
  • Led by: Violet Project CIO team, supported by two young peer volunteers with lived experience

  What’s Included:

  • Group grief coaching to explore emotions and build resilience
  • Creative reflection activities (memory journals, grief boxes, art-based expression)
  • Private peer support group for ongoing connection
  • Trauma-informed facilitation ensuring emotional safety, empowerment, and choice

  Our aim is to meet young people where they are in their grief, providing community and connection that complement—or sometimes precede—formal therapeutic support.

  Referrals and self-referrals welcome.
  For more information or to discuss suitability:
  📧 info@violetproject.co.uk
  🔗 Suicide Bereavement CYP | Violet Project CIO

  Please note: As this is a self-funded pilot, priority will be given to those experiencing sibling or parent loss if demand exceeds available spaces.

  
  

  The Highlife Centre in Barras Green is leading the way in supporting marginalised groups in Coventry

  The Highlife Centre in Barras Green, Coventry, is grassroots, place-based organisation led by people with lived experience to support local, disadvantaged individuals from lower socio-economic backgrounds to develop and grow. Our goal is to enable our beneficiaries to become confident and productive giving them a sense of purpose and access to resources that could turn their aspirations into reality making positive changes to their lives so they can achieve their full potential.

  We have three main strands of focus: Business and Enterprise Support, Community Development and Youth Vision. Youth Vision is where young people are able to be mentored and work their way up to securing paid employment. The service allows them to try out new ideas and work collaboratively with guidance and support when necessary. Young people get to learn business and event management, leadership and team skills.

  Our community development work addresses the issue of isolation in the community. We offer wellbeing groups and a weekly coffee morning for locals to meet new people, have a chat, play some games, pop in and see what we do every Wednesday 10-Noon.

  Our Business and Enterprise development team support local businesses in taking their business to the next level with tailored business support and bi- monthly “Links 4 Business” sessions where likeminded people can network and gain access to resources and support to develop and grow their business.

  Additional services that we offer:

  - Affordable hall and meeting space hire based in the heart of Coventry to fit up to 80 people

  - A professional kitchen space for hire with discounted rates.

  - A music studio for hire with professional equipment.

  For further information or to book onto our services please visit our website https://www.thehighlife.org/(External link)

  Digital Champions Network(External link)(External link)

  #CovConnects(External link) is currently offering a free digital inclusion resource to partners across the city.

  To support you in helping residents with their digital skills, #CovConnects can help you to access the Digital Champions Network.

  What is the Digital Champions Network?

  The Digital Champions Network from social enterprise Digital Unite is a ready-made framework that provides everything you need to feel confident in helping others on their digital journey.

  Through the online platform, you can access:

  · 25+ Bite sized online learning courses – all CPD accredited

  · Hundreds of curated resources, session plans and training tips

  · Easy to use tools to monitor progress and measure impact

  · Online community spaces with regular meet-ups to improve skills and share ideas

  · And more!

  How do I access the Digital Champions Network?

  Accessing the Digital Champions Network is easy!

  To start, complete this short Microsoft Form to express your interest(External link). (Less than 5 mins to complete).

  From there, a member of the #CovConnects Team will reach out to support you to access the online platform and go through any questions you might have.

  For any immediate questions on the Digital Champions Network – reach out to Ramona at Ramona.McGarry@coventry.gov.uk(External link)

  Coventry City Council Heritage Survey

  Coventry City Council is working to produce a Heritage Strategy for Coventry, and we need your thoughts.

  There is no single definition of heritage, and it may mean something different to each of us, but at its core is the rich and diverse history of the city and people of Coventry. Whether it dwells in our iconic historic buildings, our museums, or in the stories and traditions of our communities, heritage is a valuable resource that we want to protect, celebrate and sustain.

  Successfully managed heritage has the power to enrich on many levels, looking to the past to support a growing and progressive city of the future. We will all have our own ideas about what is most important, and your help with this survey will ensure that we capture your views. Your contribution will help shape the strategy, for the benefit of Coventry and its residents.

  Some readers may have contributed to our last Heritage survey, carried out in 2020. The strategy will build on insights from this survey, along with the new information gathered through this survey to help us understand how views and priorities have evolved in recent years. Deadline for responses is 16 December 2025.

  link to the live survey Heritage Strategy Survey 2025 | Let's Talk Coventry

  How your Council Tax is Working for You

  It’s easy to link Council Tax to visible services like waste collection or road repairs. In fact, the money is spread much more widely, supporting residents in many ways. Every pound of Council Tax supports local services people rely on.

  Here’s how every pound of Council Tax is shared out, whatever the size of your bill.

  · 38p for adult social care – helping older residents and people with disabilities live safely and with dignity, often in their own homes.

  · 31p for children’s services – protecting children, supporting families and giving young people the best start in life.

  · 12p for city services – repairing potholes, collecting bins and keeping our streets and green spaces clean.

  · 8p on education and skills – providing opportunities to learn new skills, libraries to visit and help with securing a job.

  · 7p on housing and communities – promoting arts and culture in the city and helping the most vulnerable into a safe and secure homes.

  · 4p on policing and equalities – keeping you and your families safe.

  Some services are easy to see, like bins on the kerbside or improvements to high streets and public spaces. Others happen in the background but are no less important. Council Tax helps support both. The Council is there when people face life’s toughest challenges.

  · For one resident, adult social care funding means a daily visit from a carer so they can continue living at home.

  · For someone who has lost their job, housing support can prevent homelessness and provide advice on finding somewhere stable to live.

  · For children at risk, specialist teams provide protection and support when it’s needed most.

  Your Council Tax also contributes to services that many residents rarely see but almost everyone benefits from. The Council delivers hundreds of services that impact on the lives of Coventry’s residents, visitors and businesses.

  Services like food safety inspections carried out by environmental health officers make sure restaurants and takeaways meet hygiene standards. Or the work of registrars, who conduct thousands of appointments each year to record births, deaths, marriages and civil partnerships.

  Teams tackling issues such as pest control, preventing infestations from becoming a wider public health issue, and trading standards, keeping counterfeit and unsafe products out of local shops, may not always be visible, but they are no less vital to daily life in the city. These are just a handful of the hundreds of services that keep the city running and support people at every stage of life.

  For more information on Council Tax and how Coventry City Council is working for you, visit: https://www.coventry.gov.uk/workingforyou(External link)

  (External link)
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  October 2025 - Support for your community

  5 months ago
  

  
  

  
  

  How your Council Tax is Working for You

  It’s easy to link Council Tax to visible services like waste collection or road repairs. In fact, the money is spread much more widely, supporting residents in many ways. Every pound of Council Tax supports local services people rely on.

  Here’s how every pound of Council Tax is shared out, whatever the size of your bill.

  · 38p for adult social care – helping older residents and people with disabilities live safely and with dignity, often in their own homes.

  · 31p for children’s services – protecting children, supporting families and giving... Continue reading

  
  

  
  

  How your Council Tax is Working for You

  It’s easy to link Council Tax to visible services like waste collection or road repairs. In fact, the money is spread much more widely, supporting residents in many ways. Every pound of Council Tax supports local services people rely on.

  Here’s how every pound of Council Tax is shared out, whatever the size of your bill.

  · 38p for adult social care – helping older residents and people with disabilities live safely and with dignity, often in their own homes.

  · 31p for children’s services – protecting children, supporting families and giving young people the best start in life.

  · 12p for city services – repairing potholes, collecting bins and keeping our streets and green spaces clean.

  · 8p on education and skills – providing opportunities to learn new skills, libraries to visit and help with securing a job.

  · 7p on housing and communities – promoting arts and culture in the city and helping the most vulnerable into a safe and secure homes.

  · 4p on policing and equalities – keeping you and your families safe.

  Some services are easy to see, like bins on the kerbside or improvements to high streets and public spaces. Others happen in the background but are no less important. Council Tax helps support both. The Council is there when people face life’s toughest challenges.

  · For one resident, adult social care funding means a daily visit from a carer so they can continue living at home.

  · For someone who has lost their job, housing support can prevent homelessness and provide advice on finding somewhere stable to live.

  · For children at risk, specialist teams provide protection and support when it’s needed most.

  Your Council Tax also contributes to services that many residents rarely see but almost everyone benefits from. The Council delivers hundreds of services that impact on the lives of Coventry’s residents, visitors and businesses.

  Services like food safety inspections carried out by environmental health officers make sure restaurants and takeaways meet hygiene standards. Or the work of registrars, who conduct thousands of appointments each year to record births, deaths, marriages and civil partnerships.

  Teams tackling issues such as pest control, preventing infestations from becoming a wider public health issue, and trading standards, keeping counterfeit and unsafe products out of local shops, may not always be visible, but they are no less vital to daily life in the city. These are just a handful of the hundreds of services that keep the city running and support people at every stage of life.

  For more information on Council Tax and how Coventry City Council is working for you, visit: https://www.coventry.gov.uk/workingforyou(External link)

  
  

  
  

  Clockwise Credit Union(External link) are encouraging Warwickshire families to get involved in Talk Money Week(External link). It’s a yearly campaign run by the Money and Pension Service to encourage people to have more open conversation about their finances – from pocket money to pensions – and to continue these conversations all year-round. 2025’s theme is ‘Start the Conversation.’

  
  

  If you live or work in Coventry, you can join Clockwise Credit Union and access our current accounts, loans and savings. If you need help with debt or budgeting, check out our online resources here(External link). We also work closely with the amazing team at Stop Loan Sharks. If you think you have borrowed money from an illegal money lender, support can be found here(External link).

  🌸 Women Supporting Women Coventry 🌸

  Empowering through Connection, Community & Confidence

  Join us every week at Cheylesmore Community Centre
  🕡 Thursdays | 6:30pm–9:00pm | Room 3

  We offer a safe, welcoming space for women to share, heal, and grow together. Each session includes:

  • 💬 Empowerment talks
  • 🧠 Open discussions
  • 🌿 Wellbeing sessions on mental health, grief, recovery & personal growth

  Our mission is to uplift and inspire—reminding every woman she’s never alone. Together, we rise. 💪💖

  📧 For more info, contact: sheenalennon88@icloud.com
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  September 2025 - Support for your community

  6 months ago
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  Let’s Quit Smoking Together This Stoptober!

  Stoptober is back—and it’s your moment to quit for good.

  Join thousands of people across the UK who are taking the first step towards a smoke-free life this October.

  It’s never too late to stop smoking. Even if you’ve tried before, this time you’ll have local support to help you succeed. Stay smoke-free for 28 days during Stoptober and you’re five times more likely to quit for good*.

  Quitting can feel tough, but you don’t have to do it alone. With the right support and stop smoking aids, you can take control and... Continue reading

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  Let’s Quit Smoking Together This Stoptober!

  Stoptober is back—and it’s your moment to quit for good.

  Join thousands of people across the UK who are taking the first step towards a smoke-free life this October.

  It’s never too late to stop smoking. Even if you’ve tried before, this time you’ll have local support to help you succeed. Stay smoke-free for 28 days during Stoptober and you’re five times more likely to quit for good*.

  Quitting can feel tough, but you don’t have to do it alone. With the right support and stop smoking aids, you can take control and make this your time to quit.

  Free Support for Coventry Residents

  Healthy Lifestyles Coventry offers a FREE 12-week stop smoking programme, with expert advice and access to free or low-cost stop smoking aids if you live or work in Coventry.

  Call 0800 122 3780

  Text: STARTNOW to 66777 https://hlscoventry.org/stop-smoking/

  Prefer an App?

  Download the Smoke Free app, FREE for Coventry residents, and get FREE nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) or a vape delivered to your door* to support your quit journey. Download the app today https://link.smokefreeapp.com/covcity

  *Source: GOV UK

  *Coventry residents, age 18+ for vapes.

  💓 Heartbeat UK Funds 10 New Defibrillators – Get in Touch!

  We’re thrilled to share that John from Heartbeat UK has successfully raised £15,000 to fund 10 new defibrillators for distribution across the city.

  This is a fantastic opportunity to improve emergency response capacity in your community or organisation. If you’re interested in receiving a defibrillator, please reach out directly:

  📧 heartbeatuk@mail.co.uk
  📧 patandharry18@gmail.com

  Let’s work together to make our city safer and more resilient.

  
  

  👶 iBumps Support Group – Weekly at Harmony Family Hub, Hillfields

  Starting Friday 29th September, the iBumps support group will run every Friday from 1pm to 5pm at Harmony Family Hub, Hillfields.

  This welcoming group is designed to support teenage parents throughout pregnancy and beyond, offering a safe space to connect, share experiences, and access guidance.

  How to join:
  Appointments can be arranged through your community midwife, or you can find more information and self-refer via:
  🌐 www.coventryfamilies.co.uk

  Let’s help young parents feel supported, informed, and empowered.

  🎙️ Fundraiser Role at HillzFM – Temporary Project Opportunity

  HillzFM is looking for a Fundraiser to support their community radio initiatives. This is a temporary project role, requiring around 4–6 hours per week for approximately 6 months.

  If you’re passionate about community engagement and have experience or interest in fundraising, this could be a great opportunity to get involved.

  📧 For more information, contact Scott Redding at:
  scott@watchcharity.org.uk(External link)

  Warwick University Volunteers

  Student Volunteers: Creating impact beyond campus

  At Warwick Volunteers, we co-create impactful projects with local Community Partners, where students learn, lead and grow while supporting real-world needs. Here are just a few examples of how our volunteers are helping the local community.

  Digital Café

  In partnership with Cheylesmore Good Neighbours, students offer one-to-one digital support to older people, helping them navigate laptops, smartphones and tablets. It’s about more than tech skills; it’s about building confidence and connection across generations.

  Nature Conservation Volunteers

  For over a decade, Warwick students have worked alongside Friends of Canley Green Spaces to protect and enhance local woodlands. What began with a few volunteers has grown into a thriving initiative, now co-led by Student Leaders who help organise sessions and inspire others to get involved, from brook clean-ups to bulb planting.

  Community Crafters

  Our volunteers bring creativity and energy to community events across Coventry and Warwickshire. Whether it’s setting up, serving refreshments, or running free craft activities.

  Working with Warwick students

  Warwick student volunteers are passionate, proactive and ready to make a difference. Most live on campus or nearby areas such as Canley, Cannon Park, Tile Hill, Earlsdon, Cheylesmore, Chapel Fields, and the City Centre. While many are happy to travel, they’re especially motivated by opportunities that create visible impact in their local communities.

  If you’d like to advertise any volunteering opportunities with us, you can do so through our newsletter which is emailed to 3000 students fortnightly.

  https://volunteers.warwick.ac.uk/providers/additionalpromotion/

  📸 @warwickvolunteers

  📧 volunteers@warwick.ac.uk

  🌐 warwick.ac.uk/about/volunteers

  Struggling to cope? Feeling distressed or overwhelmed?

  Crisis intervention and emotional support for people aged 16+, available every evening from 6pm–11pm.

  Safe Haven offers one-to-one and group support, light activities and self-care strategies via phone text or email.

  You can also visit our open-access drop-in centres Seven days a week:

  • The Retreat, Bond St, Nuneaton CV11 4DA

  • Wellington Gardens, Windsor St, Coventry CV1 3BT Visit

  
  

  
  

  
  

  Safe Haven is here for you seven evenings a week from 6pm–11pm.

  Start by calling (024) 7601 7200

  Or visit cwsafehaven.org.uk

  Or email support@cwsafehaven.org.uk
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  Support for your community August 2025

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  Cycle Coventry – Learn to Fix Sessions

  
  

  Want to get to grips with repairing your own bike? Our Learn to Fix programme is just for you! Some sessions are tailored to specific maintenance tasks, and others are less structured and will be centred around your own learning need. Another round of sessions started on 19 August 2025 running until 25 September 2025.

  For more information visit: coventry.gov.uk/cyclingevents(External link)

  
  

  
  

  Apply Now! Research Ambassadors and Research Capacity Building Grant for Voluntary Sector Organisations

  
  

  Coventry HDRC are pleased to invite voluntary sector organisations to apply for a new funding opportunity designed to strengthen... Continue reading

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  Cycle Coventry – Learn to Fix Sessions

  
  

  Want to get to grips with repairing your own bike? Our Learn to Fix programme is just for you! Some sessions are tailored to specific maintenance tasks, and others are less structured and will be centred around your own learning need. Another round of sessions started on 19 August 2025 running until 25 September 2025.

  For more information visit: coventry.gov.uk/cyclingevents(External link)

  
  

  
  

  Apply Now! Research Ambassadors and Research Capacity Building Grant for Voluntary Sector Organisations

  
  

  Coventry HDRC are pleased to invite voluntary sector organisations to apply for a new funding opportunity designed to strengthen research engagement and capacity across the sector. This initiative will support the creation of a Research Ambassador role within your organisation - an individual who will champion research, foster partnerships, and help embed a culture of evidence-informed practice.

  In addition to funding for the ambassador role, successful applicants will receive a supplementary grant to support broader efforts to build research capacity. This could include staff training, working with residents and communities to develop research ideas, designing systems for using and sharing research, or creating opportunities for collaboration with academic or community research partners. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of your organisation’s work through stronger connections to research and evidence. We welcome applications from organisations of all sizes and with varying levels of research experience.

  What is Coventry HDRC?

  Coventry Health Determinants Research Collaboration (HDRC) is a National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) funded initiative which aims to improve the use of research to identify evidence-based solutions to the issues negatively impacting the health of Coventry's communities and ultimately causing health inequalities. We are striving to boost the capacity and skills for research in Coventry focusing on the broader factors influencing health, such as jobs, homes, public transport, green spaces and early years. These factors are known as the wider determinants of health. Coventry City Council is one of 30 UK local authorities funded to set up an HDRC. This builds on Coventry’s strong record of working across sectors and involves partners including the University of Warwick, Coventry University, University College London, local NHS Trusts, the voluntary sector, and local communities.

  How to Apply?

  The application window has opened and will run to Monday 15th September 2025 at 11:59pm. Full details about the opportunity, including eligibility criteria and guidance on how to apply, can be found on the HDRC website.

  If you would like to discuss this opportunity or explore ideas with our team, please don’t hesitate to get in touch at CoventryHDRC@coventry.gov.uk

  To support the launch of the scheme, we will be hosting some online information sessions. These sessions will cover both the application process and grant terms but also provide more information about the research ambassador role itself and what it involves. The provisional dates for the webinars are: 

  Tuesday 2 September - 3-3:30pm 

  Monday 8 September  - 10-10:30am 

  To book your place, please email us at CoventryHDRC@coventry.gov.uk(External link)

  
  

  Interested in Opera? Why not join Opera Buddies!

  Anyone with an interest in opera is invited to join Opera Buddies which is a friendly informal group to make new friends, talk about opera and experience opera together. To join the Opera Buddies, receive quarterly listings for opera in the Midlands, occasional ticket offers and social meet ups,

  For more information email Vanessa at herdayopera@gmail.com(External link)

  
  

  Urban Goodies – Breaking Barriers Live Cooking Demonstration of Dishes From Around the World

  Urban Goodies are delighted to announce a series of engaging live cooking demonstrations designed to celebrate the rich tapestry of culinary traditions from around the globe. Our commitment extends beyond simply sharing recipes; we aim to foster a sense of community and connection among participants through the universal language of food.

  Each session will be meticulously curated to provide participants with an enriching experience. Attendees will not only watch a skilled chef prepare a variety of dishes, but they will also have the opportunity to indulge in a complimentary meal at the conclusion of each demonstration. This initiative aligns with our belief in the importance of shared dining experiences in building relationships and community spirit.

  Heritage Open Days 2025, which will run from 12th to 21st September will once again celebrate our rich heritage, with thousands of local events taking place across the country.

  Heritage Open Days is a fantastic opportunity to share the stories and places that make our communities unique. As a community-led festival, we welcome a wide range of events, from guided tours to workshops, and even webinars. If you have a story to share or a local landmark to highlight, we would love for you to join us.

  Why get involved?

  • It’s a chance to meet other local heritage groups and connect with your community.
  • Share your heritage with the public and raise awareness of its significance.
  • Enjoy access to free marketing materials, public liability insurance, and inclusion in our press and social media campaigns.
  • Participate in a national framework and gain support throughout the process.

  What’s required?

  • All events must be free of charge.
  • Events should offer something special or new for visitors to experience.
  • Events must take place during the festival dates in September.

  For more information, please visit: Heritage Open Days – Get Involved(External link).

  If you are interested in participating again or have any questions, please feel free to get in touch.

  Contact: ilana.andrews@coventry.gov.uk(External link)

  
  

  Creative Placements: Empowering Home Educated Young People Through Work Experience

  Earlier this week, CV Life hosted an engaging information session at Coventry Transport Museum to introduce their Creative Placements programme—an exciting opportunity tailored for home educated young people aged 15–16.

  This initiative offers a unique blend of practical experience and personal development.

  Although the information session has now taken place, interested families can still reach out to Vikki Harlock, Training and Development Manager, at vharlock@cvlife.co.uk(External link) for further details.

  Let’s help young people explore their potential and gain valuable experience in a vibrant cultural setting!
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  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

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  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(External link) 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/ (External link)Or for more information email info@sahilproject.co.uk (External link)Or telephone 024 7663 8754

  
  
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  Coventry Holiday Activities and Food

  The school summer holidays are fast approaching. For many eligible children and families, HAF is a highlight of the Coventry school summer holidays. This summer we have an incredible range of activities available to grab the interest of every eligible child and young person including: multi-sports, coding, cooking, plumbing skills, skateboarding, performing arts, STEM activities, and so much more.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  We have 26,803 activity sessions available this summer. We need your help to ensure that all of these get booked up so that children and families do not miss out! Bookings open at 4pm on Wednesday... Continue reading

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  Coventry Holiday Activities and Food

  The school summer holidays are fast approaching. For many eligible children and families, HAF is a highlight of the Coventry school summer holidays. This summer we have an incredible range of activities available to grab the interest of every eligible child and young person including: multi-sports, coding, cooking, plumbing skills, skateboarding, performing arts, STEM activities, and so much more.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  We have 26,803 activity sessions available this summer. We need your help to ensure that all of these get booked up so that children and families do not miss out! Bookings open at 4pm on Wednesday 25th June.

  
  

  
  

  Please can you share the attached (and the QR code below and

  Coventry HAF · Eequ(External link)) with your networks and families:

  
  

  
  

  What if parents do not have access to the internet or need help with their booking?

  
  

  
  

  • If families require any support with setting up their Eequ account, please direct them towards or their local library or family hub and someone will be able to assist them. Our Customer Contact team can also support with HAF bookings and can be contacted on 08085 834 333.

  
  

  
  

  For more information around the opening times and locations of family hubs and libraries, please call 0800 887 0545 or visit www.coventry.gov.uk/familyhubs(External link) or www.coventry.gov.uk/libraries(External link)

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  Adult Cycle Training

  
  

  
  

  We offer a range of adult cycle training opportunities, usually free of charge from our base at the Canal Basin(External link) in Coventry city centre. Sessions are held outdoors. The location is easy to access by bus from all parts of Coventry as it is about a 10 minute walk from Pool Meadow Bus Station. Paid-for on-street parking is also available. More information about finding your way to the training location.(External link)

  
  

  
  

  Adult Level 1A: Learn to Ride and Adult Level 1B: Cycle Skills are our most popular sessions. You are welcome to book multiple sessions, but we would strongly advise coming to your first session and discussing your progress with our trainers, who would be able to recommend your next steps to help you get the best out of the training.

  
  

  
  

  Descriptions and availability of each session:

  
  

  
  

  Learn to ride(External link) – I have little or no cycling experience (Level 1A)

  
  

  
  

  Cycle skills(External link) – I can ride but want to learn away from traffic (Level 1B)

  
  

  
  

  Introduction to road skills(External link) – by invitation only (Level 1C)

  
  

  
  

  On the road(External link) – I can ride confidently, but want to learn how to cycle on the road in traffic (Level 2)

  
  

  
  

  Advanced road skills(External link) – by invitation only (Level 3)

  
  

  
  

  Women-only sessions(External link) – provided by Positive Youth Foundation(External link) through their Go Foleshill(External link) programme

  
  

  
  

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  Cycle training – Coventry City Council(External link)

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  Brain & Heart Health Awareness Day

  Sunday 20th July

  10:30-2pm

  Hindu Temple, 280 Stoney Stanton Road CV6 5DJ

  Free Health Checks

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  Domestic Abuse Support

  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 those who want to change their behaviour. There is support around honour-based abuse, forced marriage and FGM. Anyone including professionals can call 0800 111 4998 8.30am – 5.30pm Monday to Friday or 10am - 1pm Saturday and Sunday. www.safetotalk.org.uk(External link)ck to edit this placeholder text.

  
  

  Domestic Abuse Support

  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 those who want to change their behaviour. There is support around honour-based abuse, forced marriage and FGM. Anyone including professionals can call 0800 111 4998 8.30am – 5.30pm Monday to Friday or 10am - 1pm Saturday and Sunday. www.safetotalk.org.uk(External link)ck to edit this placeholder text.