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From: The Wivenhoe Youth Club
Volunteers wanted
Wivenhoe’s popular youth club, known locally as the Hub, is approaching its second anniversary. Tuesday evenings are busier than ever, with more than 50 youngsters regularly enjoying the friendly atmosphere at Phillip Road. Thursday evenings attract a smaller crowd of young teens and the club is keen to expand its provision for this age group. Run entirely by volunteers, some of whom have fond memories of the old Wivenhoe youth club, the Hub is keen to recruit new helpers. “It’s a friendly place and satisfying work,” says Michael Padmore, the volunteer co-ordinator. Contact Michael on 826991 if you can help or email: thehub08@googlemail.com. There is more information about the club, together with some pictures and an audio recording on this blog
Wivenhoe Helping Hands
A volunteer-led and operated local group. The following is from their web site:
Wivenhoe helping hands exists to support the occasional needs of the residents of Wivenhoe…. Wivenhoe Helping Hands is open to all, regardless of age. We operate within the bounds of Wivenhoe. However, where there is a medical need we will endeavour to assist people to access services in Colchester.
We can help you with emergency errands and difficult chores. Any job considered. We will pick up an emergency prescription, accompany you on a hospital visit, read your post to you, write letters for you, sit with you while your carer takes a break, turn your mattress, walk your dog or anything else you need.
Volunteers are all CRB checked. The service is free but donations can be made.
Call 07834452764 if you need help or want to find out if the help you need is available.
