Towards Inclusion Fund

Please note: the deadline for applications has been brought forward. We apologise to anyone who is inconvenienced by the change of schedule.

The current round of applications is still open. Service users can apply for up to £150 individually or up to £300 as a group to fund bridge building activities. We have to give the money back if you don't apply, so why not ask for details? Please talk to your bridge builder, call 01279 421308 or email admin@westessexmind.org.uk.

The deadline for applications is February 13th. The panel will meet to discuss applications on

February 22nd, at 10-11 Corner House, Bush Fair, Harlow CM18 6NZ.

Unfortunately there is no panel meeting in Dunmow, however transport will be arranged for anyone needing to travel to Harlow.

 

Would you like to buy a PC?

If you would like to buy a PC and are on benefits you might be eligible to get a fully refurbished PC for £95. You can also get 1 month's introductory mobile broadband for £10. Check out getonlineathome.org or pcxuk.com or ask your bridge builder for more details.

 

Volunteer Administrator Are you interested in helping us for a few hours a week with some administration work? We need a volunteer to work in our Great Dunmow office. If you are interested or would like more information about this please contact Emma Gell at egell@westessexmind.org.uk or on 07854 793314.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

New Twitter Account

We now have a Twitter account for all West Essex Mind activities. You can follow us at @West_Essex_Mind.

 

 

 

Saturday morning OAS & Carers sessions:

Fortnightly on Saturdays we are running joint OAS and Carers IT sessions. These are at the Skylark Centre, Saffron Walden Community Centre, Radwinter Road, from 11am to 1pm. Carers are welcome to drop in for a cuppa and a chance to practice with the laptops.

Next dates: January 7th, 21st. For details call Tim on 07772 505251.

 

Get Into Reading

Come along to one of our Get into Reading groups as a great way to meet new people and take part in something fun and worthwhile!

Our read-aloud reading groups are for everyone; from those who wouldn't usually pick up a book to keen readers. Whether you're reading or listening to someone else read aloud, this is an excellent way to improve wellbeing, build confidence and meet other people in your community!
Come and try out our weekly reading groups and experience for yourself how great shared reading can be.

Groups now running in;

Dunmow; Mondays 11.00am - 1.00pm

Loughton; Thursdays 2pm - 4pm

Harlow; Tuesdays 1pm - 3pm

Contact Emma on 07854 793 913 for more details.

Digital Switchover

Television is going digital all over the UK and the old signal will be switched off soon. If you think you need some support or would like more information there is a help scheme available. Please call 0800 40 85900 which is free, or email info@helpscheme.co.uk or visit www.helpscheme.co.uk.

Swimming Lessons

Swimming lessons are available at our Monday and Wednesday afternoon sports centre sessions in Dunmow and Saffron Walden. For details please contact Nicky on 07854 732523 or Lois on 07854 732475.

 

Smoke alarms and home fire safety check

Did you know that Essex County Fire and Rescue Service can come to your home and can carry out a home fire safety check and fit smoke alarms for free?
If you are interested in this please let a member of staff know. 

 

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