As the festive season approaches, it’s the perfect time to get out, connect, and enjoy what your community has to offer. Whether you’re looking for creative workshops, social meetups, wellbeing walks or family-friendly fun, there’s something for everyone. Take a break from the winter chill, discover new experiences, make friends, […]

As you’re aware we have experienced a weekend of severe weather across Herefordshire, which has impacted on our local communities. The National Grid has informed us that there is approximately 180 homes in the county still without power, which they are working to resolve as a priority. Western Power Distribution […]

The Healthy Lifestyle team at Talk Community have teamed up with the Ramblers to offer wellbeing walks across Herefordshire. The walks are organised by trained volunteer walk leaders and are both free and friendly (sounds good). The short walks are not only a great way to stay fit and healthy, […]

Do you know someone of State Pension Age (66 or above) on a low income who would welcome extra money and support with heating costs this winter? This could be your customers, service users, a parent, grandparent, friend or neighbour. Pension Credit is worth, on average, over £4,000 per year, […]

There are gems out there which can support with the rising cost of living, and Healthy Start is one of those.  Healthy Start is a national scheme which aims to support healthy nutrition for children and pregnant women. The scheme provides eligible families with a Healthy Start Card with money […]

Could you help people in your community by raising awareness of the Household Support Fund? The Household Support Fund provides funding to support a wide range of low-income households, including families with children of all ages, pensioners, care leavers and disabled people. Support includes food vouchers, help with energy bills […]

Winter emergency accommodation for homeless individuals is now open in Hereford. Herefordshire Council is once again partnering with CCP (Caring for Communities and People) to deliver the Herefordshire Winter Night Shelter for 2024/25, providing vital accommodation for those who would otherwise be sleeping rough. This year, a new partitioned area […]

As we head into December, there’s never been a better time to explore the Talk Community Directory! Filled to the brim with services, groups and events, there’s always something fresh to discover. Whether you’re looking to join a wellbeing walk, explore a new course, or to get out and socialise, […]

As part of the Household Support Fund, applications are now open for the WOW Grant. The aim of the WOW Grant is to enable organisations to provide a warm, welcoming space with activities, provide a meal and a drink to residents and offer signposting and information to anyone struggling with […]

Children and young people (school aged 5 to 16) who receive benefits-related free school meals are invited to sign up and enjoy up to 4 free activity sessions throughout the Christmas holidays. The countywide programme will offer activities between 21st December and 3rd January, with a free, healthy meal on […]