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Unfortunately, the weather in June is throwing a bit of a tantrum but we are still hopeful that sun and warmer temperatures will be with us soon. In the meantime, be reassured that there are plenty of events raising community awareness to attend, filled with fun and information.…

At Communities 1st, we are always seeking to improve the way that we communicate with you and ensure that you receive news from us that is interesting and relevant to you. Therefore, we will be making some changes to the newsletters we create for member organisations. Very soon,…

June is here and hopefully it will bring us sun and warmer temperatures and with it come new events to attend and awareness campaigns to celebrate.     National Carers Week will start on Monday (10 -16 June) and within its celebration on Thursday, 13  June…

Happy Volunteers Week! Thanks to you, our committed volunteers, Communities 1st is able to deliver services across the local community, bringing people together and making a positive impact on their health and well being.  It was great to see some of you at our afternoon tea…

The Role of Community Organisations in Tackling Inequalities    In our communities today, inequalities manifest in various forms, impacting health, opportunity, and wellbeing across different demographics. The NHS Long Term Plan and the pervasive effects of the COVID-19 pandemic have…

This coming week marks the end of a very busy month and opens its way to June packed with important social and health campaigns.  Garden Wildlife Week 2024 in the UK begins on the spring bank holiday Monday 27th May and runs for 7 days until Sunday 2nd June. It is an…

We hope that you are all looking forward to the Bank Holiday weekend! Whatever the weather we hope that you are able to have a relaxing and enjoyable break. To celebrate Volunteers Week, Communities 1st have organised events as well as an online get-together to acknowledge our…

Half term is round the corner! Looking for activities that you can do with your kids and incorporate some learning too? Then do have a look at our Creative Fun with Numbers sessions! These sessions are fun, engaging and help you explore numbers through creative games and…

We are slowly approaching the end of a very busy month. June will also be a month packed with opportunities aiming to increase awareness in our Community and we wait for it with excitement.  "National Children's Gardening Week" will run from the 25th of May until the 2nd…

Welcome to our Volunteer Centre newsletter.   Last week we hosted a Volunteer Fair at the Laura Trott Centre in Broxbourne. It was great to see so many volunteers and organisations attend the event, which was a great success! If you are local to Broxbourne and East Herts, check…

Hopefully, the recent bank holiday has given you a chance to rest and recharge. "Dementia Action Week" (13th-19th of May) aims to promote awareness and the importance of a prompt diagnosis, which is also this year's theme. Through greater community awareness and more healthcare…

In October 2023 Communities 1st welcomed Para Dance UK that brought in an inspiring element of inclusive dance, championing the values of inclusion, accessibility, and participation for all, irrespective of ability. Together we have created a series of courses suitable for a wide…

Watford's community Door-to-Store Shopper Bus Service has reached a significant milestone, achieving over 100 bookings since its launch in January. The service – led by Communities 1st and supported by Watford Borough Council – is designed to provide convenient and accessible transportation…

Watford's 'Door-to-Store Shopper Bus Service' has achieved more than 100 bookings since its January launch. The scheme, administered by the non-profit organisation Communities 1st and Watford Borough Council, was introduced in a bid to aid residents struggling with conventional transport methods.…

We hope that you had a lovely bank holiday weekend and have had the opportunity to enjoy some of the lovely weather we are starting to see.  We wanted to let you know that in celebration of Volunteers Week, which will run from the 3rd June - 9th June, Communities 1st are…

In October 2023 Communities 1st welcomed Para Dance UK that brought in an inspiring element of inclusive dance, championing the values of inclusion, accessibility, and participation for all, irrespective of ability. Together we have created a series of courses…

Self – care is not an expense; it is an investment! Nourishing yourself can help you lead a fulfilling life and have a positive outlook. Did you know there are 8 categories of Self – Care? Our engaging hour-long Self- care webinar presents ideas for looking after yourself and how to…

We are at the end of another very busy month and May is just around the corner, packed with lovely Bank Holidays and other important dates to remember.  Throughout the month as always, we will highlight key public campaigns and will try to share some ideas on how to live your…

With the longer and brighter days, many of us will be looking forward to spending time outside enjoying the sun and fresh air, just in time for National Gardening Week. It is a week dedicated to raising awareness of gardening and horticulture and encourage people to take part in…

Welcome to the April newsletter! It’s a busy month with lots of training options! Did you know that slow cooking destroys fewer nutrients than high heat cooking. They are a great way to make stews and save precious cooking time. Learn to use a Slow Cookers to bake a cake on one of…