Here for Herefordshire Holidays bookings open on Wednesday 26th June
Children and young people (school aged 5 to 16) in Herefordshire who receive benefits-related free school meals are invited to sign up to enjoy up to 20 free activity sessions between 20th July and 18th August.
Our very own Talk Community team are working in partnership with local organisations to deliver a range of exciting free indoor and outdoor activities for the summer break.
The Here for Herefordshire programme aims to get children and young people involved with fun, new activities. This summer activities include horse riding, pottery, cheerleading, drama workshops, multi-sports and so much more – the list is huge. There will also be a free healthy meal for children at each activity session. Some providers are able to offer provision for children with SEND or additional needs.
Eligible families can book their places through the holiday activities page on the Talk Community website from Wednesday 26 June.
For more information on the programme contact HAF@herefordshire.gov.uk
Bringing the library to you
Did you know that Herefordshire libraries offer a home delivery service, aimed at people who are unable to visit the library in person? Everyone deserves the opportunity to experience the pleasure of reading, so if you struggle to get out and about, and you’re a real book worm (or just want to try something new) this service could be for you.
The Library Home Delivery Service is a free facility to deliver up to 20 library items to Herefordshire residents every six weeks. There is a wide range of books on offer, with many available in large print, in alternative languages or as audio books on CD.
Available to both children and adults, who live at home or in residential care; Herefordshire’s friendly Librarians have the expertise to ensure you can still enjoy what the library has to offer.
If you think the service could be useful to you or someone you know, you can find out more on the Herefordshire Council website, you can apply online or call the service on 01432 261556.
Learning Disability Week
Learning Disability week seeks to educate and raise awareness about what life is like if you, or someone you know, has a learning disability. The theme for Learning Disability Week 2024 is ‘Do you see me?’ which is all about challenging the barriers people with a learning disability face.
Visit the Mencap website to explore some inspirational stories about individuals who are smashing the stigma and challenging the barriers!
If you or someone you know has a learning disability and you wish to find out more about support available in Herefordshire visit the Talk Community Directory.
Dementia Matters Here
Dementia Matters Here is an independent Herefordshire charity, which supports people affected by dementia. They offer a number of different support services and have recently added to this, with two new carers groups in Ledbury and Hereford and Memory Café’s in Ledbury, Hereford, Ross and Leominster. Visit the Talk Community Directory to find out more.
Herefordshire Flood Group Meeting
Are you part of a flood group, interested in joining one, or considering establishing a flood group in your area in Herefordshire? If so, there’s an opportunity coming up, to connect with agencies and other flood groups, to be better prepared and more informed about flood-related matters.
Following on from the successful initial event in November, the next Herefordshire Flood Groups Meeting is taking place on Tuesday 16 July at Hereford Rowing Club at 6.30pm. As well as the opportunity to connect, share knowledge, and enhance your flood preparedness, attendees will get to hear from the agencies involved in Herefordshire's flood response from Herefordshire Council, the Environment Agency, BBLP, and other local flood groups.
The meeting will be free to attend, but registration is required via Eventbrite.
Refugee Week events in Herefordshire
Refugee Week (17th – 23rd June) celebrates the contributions, creativity and resilience of refugees and people seeking sanctuary; today marks World Refugee Day. Visit the Herefordshire Council website to read about events and celebrations taking place across the county.
What’s new on the Talk Community Directory?
A great selection of events and services have been added to the Talk Community website this week. It’s also worth noting that a few other events are taking place this weekend including the Community Wellbeing barbecue at
The Leys, Cradley, the Herefordshire Box Cup, and if your little one is getting stuck into this summer’s football fever, the Young Boots Football Academy training sessions might be worth a shot!
Here’s what’s new:
Ross Family Hub – Free Family Fun Day – Saturday 22nd June
Ledbury Memory Café
Leominster Memory Café
Ross Memory Café
Hereford Memory Café
IT Surgery at Much Birch – more dates now added
Bearded Minds – Men's Peer Support Group keep an eye on the What’s On calendar for their events in Hereford and Clehonger!
Teen Autism Confident A free 3 week course for teens in Herefordshire to learn more about autism and meet other autistic teens in a supportive group environment.
Escape to the Woods – The Cart Shed Kids Club
Healthwatch Herefordshire are currently recruiting an Engagement Worker to work with the Gypsy Roma Traveller Domiciles across Herefordshire to understand their experiences of health and social care services and to build positive relationships. For more information visit the Healthwatch website
Our socials are a great way to keep in touch with what’s on too, whether you’re • a Facebook fan
• tuned in to Twitter
• or instantly on Instagram.
Herefordshire Cares Do you want to make a difference to people's lives every day? Working in social care is a rewarding career – to find out more about a career in adult social care, visit the Herefordshire Cares website.
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