Chat Central
Chat Central
Voluntary Action Coventry has been making people a little stronger since 1957, supporting hundreds of people into community roles each year. We are a nice bunch and have an open-door policy. Give us a try.
We engage adults of all ages and physical abilities from all areas of Coventry. Whether new to the city, a student from overseas, a migrant, bereaved, retired, a new parent, just out of hospital, dealing with an illness or condition that limits their ability to get out, or just out of practice with socialising and getting more active and ‘out there.’
You may feel isolated, or a little bit stuck about taking the next step. Through our projects Chat Central and Active Central we build people up to explore their interests and occupations and start doing the things they want to do.
Chat Central
Voluntary Action Coventry has been making people a little stronger since 1957, supporting hundreds of people into community roles each year. We are a nice bunch and have an open-door policy. Give us a try.
We engage adults of all ages and physical abilities from all areas of Coventry. Whether new to the city, a student from overseas, a migrant, bereaved, retired, a new parent, just out of hospital, dealing with an illness or condition that limits their ability to get out, or just out of practice with socialising and getting more active and ‘out there.’
You may feel isolated, or a little bit stuck about taking the next step. Through our projects Chat Central and Active Central we build people up to explore their interests and occupations and start doing the things they want to do.
Exploring Interests
- meeting new friends
- rediscovering interests or finding new ones
- building confidence through trying new things in groups and having fun
- increasing connections through social networks, advice seeking and improving people’s feelings of isolation
- getting around Coventry
- group volunteering or community activity
- getting into healthy routines and light exercise
- we work with what people can do not what they can’t do
Taking Part
If you want to take part in any of the activities as a participant and/or a volunteer – please do let us know and we will keep you informed. When referring someone to us, please ensure that you have their consent in doing so.
Click here to read more about our aims, values and expectations when you attend our events.
Celia Monaghan
(Engagement Officer Chat Central) 07541343491
Email: c.monaghan@vacoventry.org.uk chatcentral@vacoventry.org.uk
Sarah Taylor
(Project Assistant, Chat Central) 07729 290 317
Email: s.taylor@vacoventry.org.uk chatcentral@vacoventry.org.uk
Activity Timetable
Our activities for the month ahead are here!
Download the timetable here
September 2024
| DATE | TIME | ACTIVITY | VENUE | COST |
| Tues 5th September | 2:00 – 4:00pm | Songwriting with John | United Reformed Church, Warwick Road CV1 4DX | Free |
| Fri 6rd September | 10:00 – 11:30am | Mission Possible: Pick ‘n’ Mix. City Walk + Litter-picking | Meet at the Canal Basin CV1 4LW | Free |
| Sun 8th September | 11:00am – 4:00pm | River Festival A celebration of our city’s river, community, art and nature hosted by Warwickshire Wildlife Trust | FarGo Village Far Gosford Street CV1 5ED | Free |
| Weds 11th Sept | 2:00 – 4:00pm | Games in the Park (e.g. bowls, football) Feel free to bring an outdoor game. | War Memorial Park, Kenilworth Road | Free |
| Fri 13th Sept | 10:00 – 11:30am | Mission Possible: Pick ‘n’ Mix. City walk + Litter-picking | Meet at the Canal Basin CV1 4LW | Free |
| Sat 14th Sept | 12:30 – 1:30pm | Streets of Cov Fest – Imagineers Festival Black Victorians dance performance | Coventry Cathedral Ruins Cv1 5AB | Free |
| Sat 14th Sept | 2:30 – 3:30pm | Heritage Open Day at the Weaver’s House | 121 Upper Spon Street Spon End CV1 3BQ | Free |
| Tues 17th Sept | 5:15 – 6:30pm | Badminton taster session | Sidney Stringer Academy Primrose Hill, CV1 5LY (meet outside Creams, CV1 5FZ) | Free Equipment provided |
| Thurs 19th Sept | 2:00 – 4:00pm | Dance Energise with Mandy (seated options available) | United Reformed Church, Warwick Road | Free |
| Fri 20th Sept | 10:00 – 11:30am | Mission Possible: Pick ‘n’ Mix. City walk + Litter-picking | Meet at the Canal Basin CV1 4LW | Free |
| Tues 24th Sept | 2:00 – 4:00pm | Pool meetup | Rileys Sports Bar Butts Rd CV1 3JZ | Free |
| Fri 27th Sept | 10:00 – 11:30am | Mission Possible: Pick ‘n’ Mix. City walk + Litter-picking | Meet at the Canal Basin CV1 4LW | Free |
Chat Central Registration Form
Volunteer With Us!
Would you like to make a difference through volunteering? Then join the Chat Central team as a volunteer and help with refreshments or activity planning. You will receive training, a rewards card, travel expenses paid and the chance to socialise with other volunteers. It’s a great way to increase work experience, build confidence and keep busy doing something that makes you feel good!
Click here to find out more about Chat Central Volunteering roles
Need immediate mental health support?
Call the Mental Health Matters 24-hour Coventry helpline on
0800 616171
Dimensions of Health and Wellbeing
Dimensions of Health and Wellbeing is a free, online tool providing self-care information to support adults, children and young people in Coventry and Warwickshire. Self-care information is tailored to a person’s own needs and the challenges they face and is available 24/7. Click here to Use Dimensions. Click here to view our animation about how Dimensions can support you.If you have any feedback on the tool, please email. dimensions@covwarkpt.nhs.uk.
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