Working together for community wellbeing
A project commissioned by BCP Council Adult Social Care.
Dorset Voluntary and Community Sector Assembly
Dorset Voluntary and Community Sector Assembly updates
Celebrations for National Windrush Day and Refugee Week UK
BEAF Arts Pavilion activities during Refugee week.
CAN Annual Report 2023/2024 Highlights
Growth in membership, training provided to hundreds, volunteer recruitment, and initiatives like “Trusted Voices”.
Jen and Mervyn – Wellbeing buddy story
A Wellbeing Buddy is a volunteer who calls each week to offer a friendly chat and a listening ear.
Access Wellbeing (AW) updates
Exciting updates regarding Access Wellbeing.
Park Ranger work experience programme launched
A programme for young people able to attend and work independently
Holt Recruitment raise £7k for Home-Start Wessex
Home-Start Wessex has helped over 3,500 local families and supported over 10,000 children.
Options Wellbeing Trust
Find out more about Options Wellbeing Trust and what they have to offer including counselling and therapy services.
Early Help Partnership Professional Network
Live information about local community options in an online chat platform.
Exploring BCP’s Family Hubs: Liz and Nikki’s Experience
From the moment you walk through the doors of a Family Hub, you are greeted with a warm, welcoming atmosphere.
“The project wouldn’t exist without volunteers”
In the past 12 months, volunteers have contributed 2649 hours of their time, which equates to £47,973.
Volunteering at Forest Holme Hospice Charity
Forest Holme Hospice volunteers provide care and support to people with life-limiting illnesses.
Help Guide Dogs change lives
Guide Dogs UK is a charity that relies on volunteers to help train guide dogs for people with sight loss.
The Power of Connection: Wellbeing Buddy story
Wellbeing Buddies call people weekly, offering a friendly chat and a listening ear.
Meet Sarah – Faithworks and SMILE Lone Parent Families
Being able to listen to someone’s worries can make a huge difference.
Be a Parent Champion: Volunteers Week #1
SENDiass offer information and support through trained staff and amazing volunteers like Emma Mohangee.
June network groups
Find out which networks will help you connect with the right people.

















