We are working with local community groups on a brand-new Health Inequalities Project, thanks to funding from the Integrated Care System. Contributing to health improvement, we are working closely with local recognised community groups to develop solutions to the challenges their residents face.
What is a Recognised Organisation?
Recognised Organisations (ROs) were identified throughout the COVID-19 crisis as volunteer-involved organisations to support their local communities. HDC and Hunts Forum worked together to set up the Network of ROs that met the accreditation criteria. We are delighted to continue working with these community groups on this project.
What groups are involved?
Click on the name of the community group to find out what they are already doing to provide support to their communities!
Brampton Community Hub
Brampton Village Hub offers a wide range of services, links up with other organisations and receives referrals from Brampton Surgery, the Alzheimer's Society, Cambridgeshire County Council, Huntingdonshire District Council, Hinchingbrooke Hospital and the RAF Benevolent Fund.
The Hub Board includes representatives from 14 organisations, with more than 120 volunteers offering more than 25 services, with new projects always on the go.
Hub services
- ALBRAM Car Scheme and Patients Group
- Befrienders Social Group Friday mornings
- Brampton Community Library and Information Centre
- Brampton Events Group - summer fete, Christmas lights on the Green, movie afternoons, quizzes etc
- Brampton Good Neighbour Scheme
- Dementia-friendly village
- Strength and balance exercise and older adults circuits classes run by HDC’s One Leisure Active Lifestyles Team
- IT mentoring and support
- St Mary Magdalene church – support within the village
- Social Health Walks Group
- Jobs Club
- Diamond Hampers
- Youth Club
- Volunteer opportunities
Find out more information on the Brampton Parish Council website
You can also find them on Facebook
CARESCO
CARESCO is a unique charity based in the village of Sawtry, which exists to serve the local community in Sawtry and its satellite villages. They run a range of services for the benefit of local people thanks to a wonderful team of volunteers from the surrounding area. Most activities run from their purpose-built Centre in the middle of the village, unless otherwise specified. As a charity, CARESCO is managed by a team of trustees who have oversight of the organisation, which they delegate on a day-to-day basis to the team of paid staff members.
CARESCO services
- Charity shop
- The Cave
- Chatterbox
- Green End Day Club
- Community support
- Christmas Day party
- Sawtry Eye
- Friday drop-in cafe
- Carers Support Group
- Music-Based Social Group
- Volunteer opportunities
In partnership with other organisations, Caresco also hosts the local foodbank (working with the local churches) and the village car scheme (working with the Cambridge & Peterborough Combined Authority).
Find out more information on the CARESCO website.
Godmanchester Community Timebank
Godmanchester Timebank is a friendly and supportive network where local residents can exchange skills, support and knowledge. They aim to build a stronger community, increase community involvement, reduce social isolation, develop skills and confidence and improve health and wellbeing.
Godmanchester Community Timebank services
- Community Walking Group
- Gardening
- Book trolley
- Local financial advisor
- Local events
- Community Hub – Pinnies Cafe
Find out more information on Facebook.
Hail Weston Parish Council
The Parish Council represents Hail Weston to get better resources and would like to make a difference for the future. They are responsible for public open spaces and represent the Hail Weston Parish on matters of planning.
Hail Weston Parish Council services
- Hail Weston Village Gardening Group
- Neighbourhood cafe
- Brand-new children’s play area
- Ting bus service
Read their latest newsletter!
Find out more information on the Hail Weston Parish Council website.
HemingfordHub
HemingfordHub is a community initiative and a growing part of the fabric of both villages. It offers help, friendship and advice to all residents, no matter what age or background, especially the elderly, parents who may be struggling, those with disabilities and anyone wanting a little company. It is run by local people for local people.
HemingfordHub services
- Good Neighbour Scheme
- 24/7 telephone support
- Hub Clubs – talks, cinema and crafting
- Friendly phone calls
- Strength and balance classes
- IT support
- Odd jobs advice
- Help with paperwork such as bus passes, disabled badges or online applications
- Jigsaw library
- Dog walking
- Newspaper delivery
Coming soon…
- Men’s Shed
- Hemingford Hoppa bus scheme
- Family and new neighbour welcome group
HemingfordHub is actively recruiting new volunteers to project manage these initiatives!
Find out more information on the HemingfordHub website.
You can also find them on Facebook.
Hilton Parish Council
Hilton Parish Council is there to serve its community. It has many functions but overall its prime objective is to manage, improve and preserve Hilton village for the good of all. Hilton is a unique community and a very desirable place to live. The Parish Council is well placed to represent the local community and work with Huntingdonshire District Council, Cambridgeshire County Council and National Government plus other authorities such as the Police, Highways England and transport groups to achieve the best for the community.
Hilton Parish Council services
- Tea on the Green – every second Thursday of the month
- Speed Watch
- Hilton Community Garden
- Tree Trail
Find out more information on the Hilton Parish Council website.
You can also find them on Facebook.
Houghton & Wyton Timebank
Houghton & Wyton Timebank is passionate about building a thriving community and spend its time engaging with local people and organisations offering support to everyone. Members' ages range from 6-96, and with over 250 members who support each other, exchanges range from simple DIY to prescription collection and much more. It also runs events that engage and connect the community, helping to combat loneliness and isolation.
Houghton & Wyton Timebank activities/services
- Coffee mornings
- Baby and toddler group
- Village social afternoons
- Scouts
- Community shop
- Chair-based exercise class
- Sports clubs
- Telephone support
- Community Corner
- Litter picks
- Gardening Club
Find out more information on the Houghton & Wyton Timebank website.
Huntingdonshire Community Group
The Huntingdonshire Community Group (HCG) was formed in 2002 as a platform to bring together the diverse people of different nationalities living and working in Huntingdonshire.
The group aims to act as a positive force for the greater good in the promotion of the cultural diversity, increase racial tolerance and to enhance community cohesion. It aims to strengthen community spirit in the local community. HCG strives to find different ways to unite communities, by organising events and joining in the various forms of both local and national celebrations.
Huntingdonshire Community Group services
- Unity in the Community
- Oxmoor community fridge
- Community days
- Family fun days
Find out more information on the Huntingdonshire Community Group Website..
Love's Farm Community Association
Love's Farm is a community of people living on a housing development east of the railway line in St Neots, Cambridgeshire. The Love’s Farm Community Association (LFCA) welcomes residents to take part whether they recently moved in or have been on Love’s Farm since the first bricks were laid.
LFCA is proud of its community and committed to doing what it can to make it happy, healthy and safe. Sometimes that means working to get things fixed or addressing a problem. Often, it’s about creating opportunities for residents to meet, socialise and form friendships. Occasionally the Association represents the views of the community at public consultations and council meetings.
LFCA organises events and activities like picnics, litter picking and work parties to maintain green spaces. It also supports local residents and community groups. The Association works within a network of community organisations including Love’s Farm House, Neighbourhood Watch, Community Money Advice and Love’s Farm Church.
Find out more information on the LFCA website.
Ramsey Neighbourhoods Trust
Ramsey Neighbourhoods Trust (RNT) offers community led activities and services to everyone who lives or works in Ramsey and its surrounding villages. RNT is managed by a group of local volunteer trustees who are committed to the creation of a strong, active and inclusive community. By working together, RNT firmly believes that the possibilities for our little piece of Huntingdonshire are endless.
Ramsey Neighbourhoods Trust services
- Toddler Time for families with children under 5 years
- BOSH Youth Club and holiday playscheme for those aged 5-10
- CRUNCH Youth Club and activities for those aged 11-16
- SPARKS Social Club for adults with additional needs
- Boxing Fitness for young people
- The Dog’s Meet Community Cafe
- Workshops
- Ramsey Timebank
- Community events/markets
- Job search
Find out more information on the Ramsey Neighbourhoods Trust website.
Social Echo
Social Echo North Huntingdonshire CIC is a not-for-profit organisation based in Yaxley. Its mission is to dismantle poverty and lack of opportunity by bringing together the public, private and voluntary sector. Social Echo supports individuals, charities and the public sector by bringing them together to grow together. The team at Social Echo is passionate about its local community. Training courses run by Social Echo aim to upskill and equip individuals with correct skills to better their lives.
Social Echo services
- The Hobby Hub Yaxley & Farcet
- Yaxley Skills Hub
- Upcycling course
- Jobs fairs
Social Echo partners with:
- YaxKids Youth Club
- Boxing Futures
- Young Technicians Academy
- Diamond Hampers
Find out more on the Social Echo website.
You can also find them on Facebook.
St Neots Community Support
St Neots Community Support is there to help the people of the St Neots. It provides a central point of contact for each resident. Each request will be matched with a volunteer who will do everything they can to assist.
St Neots Community Support services
- Deliver essential shopping
- Collect prescriptions
- Post letters
- Friendly phone calls
Find out more information on the St Neots Community Support website.
You can also find them on Facebook.
New activities set up through the Health Inequalities Project
Each listed community group will be setting up new activities in their local areas to support their residents needs with the funding they receive. This webpage will be updated throughout the project as and when new activities are launched.