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1. Volunteer Bureau for Tendring
We have
details of over 150 volunteer opportunities, telephone us, drop
in, between 10am & 2.00pm for a chat.
A
volunteer supported scheme that provides help to low income,
isolated, frail and/or disabled residents in Tendring, in the
form of subsidised transport, small home maintenance tasks,
wheelchair pushing and gardening.
An
advocacy and advice service for people who feel at risk from
aggressive sales people and doorstep callers. Guiding hands has
a directory of local reliable trades people and if needed a
volunteer will help with quotes and be present during the
negotiation and delivery process.
A
computer database of community, voluntary, social and leisure
services and clubs operating in Tendring. It is updated twice a
year and is available to anyone in Tendring for a nominal fee.
Tel:
01255 427888 for further information
e-mail:
volb@tendring291.fsnet.co.uk
Charity Registration Number:
283473
2. Mayday
For
people who have mental health problems that are referred by
GP's, psychiatrists and self referral.
We
provide an informal and confidential environment where members
can receive encouragement, empowerment and support in the
community during recovery, on-going if needed.
Activities include: talking therapy, relaxation, anxiety
management, music, writing, flower arrangement, discussions and
healthy living.
Tel:
01255 222346 for further information.
 3.
Age Concern Essex
- Home Support Service
Provides
a service to older people who need help with their housework,
shopping, collection of pensions and other domestic tasks at an
affordable price.
For more
information about the service please call;
Tel:
01255 479377
website:
www.ageconcernessex.co.uk
Charity Registration Number:
1091058
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4. Carer's Support
A small
independent charity offering help and support to carer's
throughout North East Essex.
Available Monday to Friday 10.00am - 4.00pm
(answer phone available at other times.)
The
staff and volunteers of the scheme will discuss your caring
problems and hopefully guide you to a suitable solution.
We will
visit you at home to discuss your caring needs
Tel:
01255 474410 for further information.
e-mail:
mrb@carersten.freeserve.co.uk
website:
www.carersten.freeserve.co.uk
Charity Registration Number:
1077639
5. Family Support
Our aim is to provide companionship and stimulation for lonely
and socially isolated elderly people and relieve the stress of
carer's.
Transport provided.
Open every day of the week. A freshly cooked meal,
beverages and entertainment.
1.00pm - 4.00pm
An afternoon of therapeutic entertainment
which includes lunch.
11.00pm - 2.00pm
A lunchtime meal and a chat for residents.
Tel: 01255 432132 for further information.
Charity Registration Number:
801336
6. Help the Aged
Your Money
Matters is a money advice service for the people over 55 years
of age launched by help the aged and Barclays. The service
helps older people, their family and their carers to better
manage their finances, especially in times of change. It is
recognised that older people may face financial struggles
particularly in the event of illness or bereavement or general
change in circumstances.
Your money Matters aims to improve the skills, confidence and
financial situations of older people by providing basic money
management and debt advice from a trained advisor and through
awareness sessions run by the advisor and volunteers.
Your Money Matters is a free, confidential and impartial
service which provides services such as.
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One to one
sessions with the Money Adviser for those who want an in
depth information and for people experiencing debt, that can
either be at their home or in the Help The Aged office in
Clacton. They will be given confidential advice to develop
an action plan based upon their individual needs.
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Managing
and budgeting finances
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Awareness
session which will cover topics related to modern banking,
setting up direct debit etc.
Your Money
Matters is a free, confidential and impartial service. Our
work is covered by Help The Aged professional indemnity
Insurance and Debt Licence. your Money Matter office based in
clacton is at Imperial house, Roemary Road. Clacton on sea
CO15 1NZ. contact Phone 01255 424389 or email
georgeta.busuoc@helptheaged.org.uk Monday to Thursday 9am
- 4.30pm. your local Outreach Money Adviser - Georgeta Busuioc
is a full member of Institute of money advisers UK and member
of Advice UK.
7. Community Development Project
There are two 'strands' to this project;
Engage with local residents to encourage individuals to get
involved in local volunteering opportunities or training and help to
achieve a more cohesive vibrant community.
Strengthen the infrastructure of the voluntary sector by working
with local groups to develop good practice, achieve quality
standards, improve systems, achieve more successful fundraising
applications and attracting inward investment.
e-mail:
communitydevelopment@tendringcvs.org.uk
community
development Website
8. Tendring Community Voluntary Services
For more information about the role of TCVS see the
Services page.
Imperial House is managed by TCVS, the umbrella organisation for
the local community, including the charities and groups listed
above.
Tel: 01255 425692
Fax: 01255 425126
e-mail:
information@tendringcvs.org.uk
60+ Tendring - An information resource for
Older People living in Tendring. Older people living in Tendring
can enjoy the benefits of a dedicated interactive website
with details of local events, activities and services.
Tel: 01255 425692
e-mail:
patrick.morecroft@btopenworld.com
www.60plustendring.co.uk
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