A community project in Keyworth that helps locals combat loneliness and social isolation by connecting people through nature and conservation work, has received funding from Rushcliffe Borough Council’s Reach Rushcliffe initiative. Keyworth Community Garden was set up last year to give people the … [Read more...]
Women’s social and support group receives vital Reach Rushcliffe funding
A social and support group that organises meetups for women who are widowed or live alone and are at risk of social isolation and loneliness have received vital funding from Reach Rushcliffe to continue their meetings. The ‘Places of Welcome’ group have received the funds from Rushcliffe Borough … [Read more...]
Reach Rushcliffe helps Men in Sheds woodworking group with vital funding
A woodworking group that organises classes for those at risk of social isolation and loneliness have received vital funding from Reach Rushcliffe to purchase and replace tools. The ‘Men in Sheds’ group, which is open to everyone, have received the funds from Rushcliffe Borough Council’s project … [Read more...]
Ruddington allotment project receives vital Reach Rushcliffe funding
A group that manages a Ruddington allotment has received vital funding from Reach Rushcliffe to help redevelop their gardening space to aid local residents’ health and mental wellbeing. The Rushcliffe Social Prescribing Group run a plot at the Ruddington Paradise Gardens Allotments that has … [Read more...]
Meet, Greet and Eat project given funding by Reach Rushcliffe
A volunteer group that includes those with learning disabilities and additional needs is the latest group to receive funding from Reach Rushcliffe providing vital food packages for elderly residents and those at risk of social isolation and loneliness. The Meet, Greet and Eat project is … [Read more...]
Community garden receives vital funds to further combat social isolation
A community project has received vital funding from Reach Rushcliffe to help develop a community garden to provide residents with access to green space, help them grow fruit and vegetables and learn more about horticulture. Cotgrave community garden is now cultivating the land adjacent to their … [Read more...]
Reach Rushcliffe funding helps walking group to combat social isolation
A walking group that helps to combat social isolation and loneliness has received vital funding from Reach Rushcliffe. Rushcliffe Ramblers is receiving funds as part of Rushcliffe Borough Council’s initiative which was launched in May aiming to tackle the issues. The group will use the … [Read more...]
Music cafe to continue to combat social isolation with help of Reach Rushcliffe fund
A local charity that provides virtual music cafes to combat social isolation and loneliness is the latest group to receive vital funding from Reach Rushcliffe. Musicworks is receiving funds as part of Rushcliffe Borough Council’s initiative which was launched in May aiming to tackle the … [Read more...]
Rushcliffe Borough Council funding to help The Friary support isolated residents
Rushcliffe Borough Council has provided funding to local charity The Friary for their project aimed at helping vulnerable residents who are socially isolated due to COVID-19. The charity is receiving funds as part of the authority’s Reach Rushcliffe initiative which was launched in May to … [Read more...]
Rushcliffe Borough Council works with local organisations to deliver care packages to vulnerable residents
Rushcliffe Borough Council is working with local organisations to deliver care packages to vulnerable residents who are currently self-isolating during COVID-19. The Council has partnered with Metropolitan Housing, Trent Bridge Community Trust, Nottinghamshire Children’s Centre Service and … [Read more...]