Providing a safe environment where adults who have learning or physical disabilities, or poor mental health, may learn social and practical skills for independent living and take part in training in the form of horticultural therapy. We offer job coaching to encourage and to increase…

Headway Thames Valley supports people with a brain injury and their families and carers. Covering Berkshire, parts of Buckinghamshire and parts of Oxfordshire. The Resource Centre is open four days per week (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday) to people in the Thames Valley area, thus allowing…

If you are looking for a job, trying to get back into work after a long spell out of employment and need some help then Careers Springboard West Berkshire can help you. Workshops and practical guidance plus 1 to 1 help  Job-seeking topics we cover…

Offering adults with learning disabilities the opportunity to enhance life skills and gain work placements. The programme engages participants in horticultural activities that promote improved health and wellbeing, increased confidence and interpersonal skills. Affinity Trust workshops run Mondays and Wednesdays from 10.00am till 3.00pm, but…

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Scouting in the Kennet Scout District provides life long skills, fun and adventure for young people between the ages of 6 to 18 in the Newbury, Kintbury and Hungerford areas.  There are eight Scout Groups providing some 650 young people with the benefits of scouting.  Network Scouts run…

The Loddon Valley Day Care Centre is small and friendly providing valuable respite care for the elderly in and around Tadley. The Centre are always looking for volunteers to assist with driving and/or day to day care activities. Contact with the Day Care Manager can be…

Graft offers information, advice and guidance to disabled and disadvantaged people looking for employment or wanting to return to work. Support with: CV writing and updating Training in confidence building and work skills Volunteering opportunities and job searches Interview skills Specialist support is also offered for…

VOLUNTEERING If you would like to find out more about being a volunteer please contact via Volunteer Centre West Berkshire, Bolton Place, Northbrook St, Newbury, Berkshire RG14 1AJ or email recruitment@looseendsnewbury.org Loose Ends is a drop-centre in Newbury serving food to the homeless and vulnerable. The…

Current Your Way Services offered in West Berkshire: Up to twelve weeks bespoke one-to one support to help individuals achieve their recovery goals. Your Way works alongside individuals as they overcome obstacles and move forward with their life. Peer support and the opportunity to be…

The National Careers Service can help whether you're looking for your first job or wanting to change career, get some advice from a professional. Help with your CV - create a CV in bite size chunks. You can also get advice on applications forms, covering letters and…

Run by volunteers, hour long sessions. Contact the library for further information.

Are you aged 16 - 30 and in need of some help or support? The Prince's Trust run free courses for young people who are not in full-time education, training or employment. You may be eligible if you are in employment but on a low hours…

The Furniture Project provide opportunities to volunteer and train in practical activities at the Training and Community Support Centre which is based at the The Community Furniture Project, Bone Lane, Newbury.  The Pulling Together project aims to improve the long term mental health and wellbeing of…

The Reading and District Welsh Society provides a focus for those who live in the area to discuss Welsh culture and the latest news from home. Meetings are held during the months of March, April, May, June, October, November and December.  The AGM is held…

West Berks Refugee Support A grassroots humanitarian organisation set up to give ordinary people from West Berkshire an opportunity to play a role helping with the refugee crisis, provide a platform for education and support the resettlement of refugees in our area. Local information, networking…

Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) is the leading charity offering information, support and advice to people with sight loss. RNIB work to enable people with sight problems to live their daily lives independently. If you or a loved one has a sight problem, RNIB…

Providing opportunities to volunteer in an outdoor environment within the local community, through the Rangers on Active Response (R.O.A.R) group. This provides opportunities for you to take part in outdoor activities and maintain the natural environment. Activities include footpath clearance and maintenance, litter picking and…

Social Prescribers can help you: Improve your general health and wellbeing Reduce feelings of isolation Discover local self-help groups, clubs and befriending agencies Volunteer your own time and experiences Find bereavement support Access social groups and parenting classes Explore support for housing, employment, benefits, debt &…