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
October and November 2024
| DATE | TIME | ACTIVITY | VENUE | COST |
Fri 25th Oct | 10:15 am – 1:00 pm | Mission Possible: Clothing Coventry
Meet us at Pool Meadow at 10:15 or there at 10:30 | Clothing Coventry, Napier Street, Hillfields, CV1 5PR | FREE |
Thurs 31st Oct | 10:15am -12:30pm | Visit to Creative Kindness group | Central Library Smithford Way, CV1 1FY Meet outside Central Library at 10:15 | FREE |
| NOVEMBER 2024 | ||||
Friday 1st Nov | 2:45 – 4:00pm | Board Games Session Meet outside Central Library at 2:45 | Central Library Smithford Way, CV1 1FY *This session will continue until 6:30pm if you wish to stay independently | FREE |
Thurs 7th Nov | 2:00 – 4:00pm | Get Active with Sky Blues in the Community and Adult Education including a dance taster session | Warwick Road Church Hall CV1 4DX | FREE |
Fri 8th Nov | 10:00 – 11:30pm | Mission Possible: Pick ‘n’ Mix City walk + Litter-picking | Meet at the Canal Basin Steps CV1 4LW | FREE |
Wed 13th Nov | 1:45 – 3:30pm | Tour of Central Library and introduction to services *Bring ID with your address on if you would like a library card | Central Library Smithford Way, CV1 1FY Meet outside at 1:45pm | FREE |
Thurs 14th Nov | 2:00 – 4:00pm | Wellbeing Afternoon including ‘Sing for Wellbeing with Katherine Fear
| Warwick Road Church Hall CV1 4DX | FREE |
Fri 15th Nov | 2:00 – 4:00pm | Mission Possible: Pick ‘n’ Mix. City walk + Litter-picking | Meet at the Canal Basin Steps CV1 4LW | FREE |
Thurs 21st Nov | 2:00 – 4:00pm | Get Involved – An introduction to volunteering in Coventry | Warwick Road Church Hall CV1 4DX | FREE |
Thurs 21st Nov | 6:00 – 8:30pm | Enjoy DJ Colin for an evening of music *The event will continue until 11pm but Chat Central staff will be there between 6:00 – 8:30pm | Albany Social Club 10 Earlsdon Street CV5 6EG | FREE |
Fri 22nd Nov | 10:00 – 11:30pm | Mission Possible: Pick ‘n’ Mix City walk + Litter-picking | Meet at the Canal Basin Steps CV1 4LW | FREE |
Fri 29th Nov | 10:00 – 11:30pm | Mission Possible: Pick ‘n’ Mix City walk + Litter-picking | Meet at the Canal Basin Steps 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!
Get in touch to find out more.
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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