Chelmsford City Racecouse are delighted to be supporting for the fourth consecutive year, the Eden Project Communities “Month of Community” in June. As part of this initiative, they are holding an Unpaid Carers Raceday on Thursday 12th June at Chelmsford City Racecourse.
Essex County Council is seeking compassionate individuals to join their community of foster carers. With more children than ever needing a safe and loving home, your support can make a world of difference.
Essex County Council offer exceptional support, award-winning training, competitive fees and have a whole community around you. New foster carers in 2025 will receive a £2000 welcome bonus. With various fostering options to suit your lifestyle, there’s never been better time to foster.
Become a foster carer and provide a child with the safe and loving home they deserve. Learn more at an information event where you can meet foster carers and ask questions. Join them in-person on Saturday 17 May or find a virtual event.
On 21 March, all 15 councils across Greater Essex, together with the Office of the Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner (OPFCC), submitted an interim proposal for Local Government Reorganisation to the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG).
The proposal represents a collaborative effort across Greater Essex to explore the potential for creating new unitary council structures. These changes aim to improve the efficiency, accountability, and delivery of public services across the region.
Working together with colleagues across the county, ECC are carefully considering the response and will incorporate this input as they refine their plans. Detailed proposals will be submitted to the MHCLG by the end of September.
We remain committed to keeping residents and stakeholders informed throughout this process. For ongoing updates on Local Government Reorganisation and Devolution in Greater Essex, please visit this page.
Fraud is on the rise in Essex — with a 6.1% increase in offences over the past year, totalling 9,604 incidentsand a staggering £68.5 millionin losses.
Despite the scale of the issue, many residents still feel unsure or anxious about reporting fraud. In fact, Essex Police estimate that many people experience fraud at least once a month, yet most cases go unreported.
To help tackle this, the Multi-Agency Approach to Fraud (MAAF)has launched a new anonymous surveyto understand public awareness and experiences of fraud and scams — whether or not you’ve been a victim. The goal is to better focus resources, improve prevention strategies, and ultimately reduce fraud across Southend, Essex, and Thurrock.
MAAFbrings together key organisations including:
Essex County Council
Essex Police
Essex Trading Standards
Victim Support
The Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner
We’re asking all Alliance members and partners to support this important initiative by sharing the survey widely — through your communications channels, networks, and with your communities. Every response counts.
Councillor Mark Durham, who oversees Essex Trading Standards, said:
“Fraudsters are always looking at new ways to scam people to a point where it’s not always immediately clear when you’ve been a victim. This can make fraud a difficult crime to combat and means we have to constantly evolve our tactics. However, if enough people come forward and engage with our anonymous survey, we can get a better understanding of the issues faced and start stamping out what has become a rampant issue across the UK.”
If you’ve been affected by fraud or want to learn more, visitEssex Police.
Hearing Help Essex are looking to recruit more Volunteers in the districts of Southend, Castle Point and Rochford.
Do you have a few hours to spare each month?
Are you looking for a rewarding and fun volunteering opportunity?
We would love to hear from you!
We are looking for 3 new technical volunteers to join our award-winning team of volunteers to enable us to help more people across Southend, Rochford, and Castle Point districts.
Ticket price: £5pp includes a hot breakfast bap and hot drink
Join us for our Time to Talk About Men’s Mental Health Event at Colchester Rugby Club to raise awareness of men’s mental health, with guest speakers, local support services, and resources for men’s mental wellbeing. This event is in collaboration with The Colte Partnership.
Join the OutHouse on Saturday, 14th June, for a joyous celebration of Pride Month as we mark the 45th birthday of The OutHouse, our wonderful charity supporting the LGBTQ+ community. The event will take place in the beautiful gardens of The Minories, a stunning venue that provides the perfect backdrop for an afternoon of fun, community, and celebration.
From 12 noon until 8pm, the gardens will be the heart of this special occasion.
This special day will honour The OutHouse’s incredible journey and the positive impact it has had over the last 45 years, all while celebrating the diversity and unity of the LGBTQ+ community.
Don’t miss this unforgettable celebration! It’s the perfect way to come together and enjoy a sunny day in the garden with friends, family, and allies. We look forward to seeing you there!
Join us at the AgeWell Fair for a fun and informative day filled with activities and resources to help you live your best life as you age!
Date: Tuesday 10th June 2025
Time: 10am – 2pm
Location: Causeway House: 34 Bocking End Braintree CM7 9RW
Braintree District Council is organising the AgeWell Fair, a free event on Tuesday, June 10th, from 10 am to 2 pm at Causeway House in Braintree. This initiative aims to simplify access to vital information and support for residents and their families seeking assistance. Over 30 organisations will be present, offering guidance on various topics, including housing support, health and wellbeing services, and other valuable community resources.
Attendees will have the opportunity to learn how to navigate the support system effectively and discover solutions tailored to their individual needs. Organisations attending include Carers First, Home Instead, and Essex Dementia Care.
While residents can simply turn up on the day, those who register in advance via the Braintree District Council website will receive a complimentary goody bag.
Come and meet partners:
A Place to Be You , Crossroads, Agewell East, Essex Police, Carers First, Home Instead, Healthwatch Essex, Fusion, Freshwell Low Carb Project, Essex Dementia Care, Braintree District Council Community Services, Braintree District Council Handy Man Service, Essex County Council Adult Social Care, Cunningtons Solicitors, Digi Go, Christchurch Pharmacy, Braintree Podiatry, Farleigh Hospice.
Welcome to the AgeWell Fair! Join us on Tuesday 10th June 2025 at Causeway House, Braintree for a day filled with fun activities and valuable information to help you live your best life as you age. From health and wealth advice to fitness and safety information, there’s something for everyone at this event.
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to connect with local resources and learn how to stay healthy and active as you get older. Lets help everyone to AgeWell!
Join us at St Andrews Church, Greenstead, Colchester for a Compassionate Community Meetup…
🫶 Compassionate Community Meetups are an opportunityto be part of a special network of people, places and projects who are coming together to support others during life’s most difficult moments.
🌞 We are starting with a cuppa at 10am with intro’s from the St Andrews team and Safe Harbour Project at St Helena, who will describe how they are supporting local communities and collaborating with community ambassadors.
👟 A group wellbeing walk & talk will start at 11am for those who wish to participate.
❤️ These really are fantastic events that bring communities together, as you can see from the pics below from our April Meetup
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