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Congratulations to Hannah Silver, who was appointed Trustee at our AGM back in September! We now have a team of 8 wonderful Trustees. Hannah previously worked with Communicare under the Hospital Homecoming project and so fully understands how we work operationally, as well as having a background in, and love of Human Resources (HR). Welcome... Read More

Enjoy a good chat? Join Annie for The Waffle Club Tuesday 10th September, 5 – 8.30pm Pop in anytime & stay as long as you like and natter about anything from trivia to hard core debate. Fusion Grill, 95 Above Bar Street (opposite Burger King) 10% discount on everything on the menu Come alone &... Read More

One in three older people are affected by loneliness – that means someone on your street may not have spoken to anyone in days. Can you help? Weds 16th Oct Drop in at Lordshill Church – 10.30am-12.30pm (Office launch event 10.30-11.30) Thurs 17th Oct Sainsburys Café Lordshill 5-7pm Sat 19th Oct Lordshill Library 10.30am-12.30pm Thurs... Read More

Exciting news! On Wednesday 16th October we will be launching our new satellite office in Lordshill! Every Wednesday morning, one of our coordinators (usually Faith) will be based at Lordshill Church between 10:30 and 12:30, ready to answer any volunteer or client related queries. We are keen to expand our presence in the Lordshill area,... Read More

A big old welcome to our newest Coordinator, David Pritchard! David will be joining the team of now 4 Coordinators, recruiting volunteers, handling referrals and matching clients with volunteers. He said “I’ve previously worked for other charities and heard about this wonderful opportunity through a friend.  I have a keen interest in self development and helping... Read More

Vicky and Chloe had a fab time at the Southampton University Student’s Union Community Fair earlier this week. They spoke to lots of potential new volunteers and master of recruitment, Chloe managed to sign up two students whilst Vicky popped to the car! The buzzer game went down well, as did our offer of free... Read More

Check out our new collection pots! All ready for our Music in the City event this weekend – see you there?

Unfortunately, due to a change in personal circumstances, Hannah had to step down from the post not long after joining us. However, this has meant we could recruit the wonderful Chloe who is settling into her role nicely! Working closely with members of the Network Hannah will be concentrating on the areas of activity that... Read More

As one of the Mayor’s chosen charities we have been invited to collect money at Music in the City this weekend – 28th and 29th September. This is a really exciting opportunity not only to raise funds but also spread the word about our charity and hopefully recruit volunteers. We need your help! What is Music... Read More