Social Echo

🎄✨ Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from Yaxley and Farcet Men's Shed! 🎉 A huge thank you to our amazing volunteers and shed members for their invaluable contributions. Your dedication is the heart of our community. Warm regards from the entire team at Social Echo. 🙌

A massive thank you to all those that have supported the shed this year, whether it be volunteer hours, fundraising or valuable material / tool donations.

The Neotist newsletter went out yesterday - first one since 2019… oops! Check your spam folder if you haven’t read it yet - also make a cuppa or something, there’s a lot to cover - including some dates to add to your calendar!

We're absolutely thrilled to announce that our artist in residence, Richard, has been honoured with an illustrious The Starts Award! 🏆 This exceptional accolade celebrates emerging talent in the realms of Visual Art & Spoken Word, specifically within the UK Armed Forces community.

Founded by the visionary Sue Brodie, the STARTS Award aims to bridge the gap between amateur and professional creative practice. It offers an invaluable platform for artists to not only showcase their work but also to cultivate their skills beyond the amateur sphere. What makes this award so unique is its emphasis on the transformative power of art and creative practice on wellbeing and mental health—a mission that we at Social Echo wholeheartedly endorse.

Richard’s art will be on display at the Comme Ca gallery, located in the renowned Lowry Hotel in Manchester, until the 7th of November 2023. We strongly encourage everyone to experience his captivating work first-hand.

Congratulations, Richard, on this well-deserved accolade! Your contribution to the artistic community and its intersection with social and mental health matters is truly inspiring. 🎨🎉

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟

At the Social Echo Hub, we're not just a place, we're a venue of vibrant activities! 🏠🎉

We proudly host two FREE activities The Hobby Hub and Yaxley & Farcet Men's Shed where creativity and community thrive! 🎨🔨

But that's not all! 🙌

Every Friday, we're delighted to welcome the Farcet Craft Club ladies from 10 AM to 12 PM. It's just £2 per session and it's organised externally – contact them to find out more about their fantastic crafts and how to join in ✂️🧵

And guess what? We've got even more excitement in the pipeline! Stay tuned for a NEW partnership announcement that will bring yet another cohort to our wonderful venue. 🤝🤩

Social Echo: Where community connections and creativity come to life! 🌈

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🛩️🔧 Historic Rebuild Underway! 🔧🛩️

An extraordinary piece of British history is being brought back to life. A dedicated team is meticulously reconstructing the forward fuselage of the iconic Short Stirling bomber aircraft from World War II!

Their mission is to fill an unfortunate gap in the annals of our aviation history. As of now, no original Stirling, the RAF's very first four-engined 'heavy' bomber of the second world war, exists on display. This team is aiming to change that narrative, ultimately donating their painstaking project to the renowned RAF Museum for all to behold.

This enthusiastic crew is utilising every authentic part that they can find, and fearlessly crafting new parts when original ones are out of reach. They are currently nestled in their Folksworth workshop, but are planning a move to a larger workspace in Offord D’Arcy in the coming months.

Here's the part where you can get involved - they are on the hunt for passionate volunteers! Whether you are free on Saturdays, or could potentially pop in mid-week (providing another volunteer can be found for the same day), they would be thrilled to welcome you into their ranks.

So, if you're fascinated by aviation history, and fancy rolling up your sleeves to be part of a project that's rewriting the history books, reach out to them today! 📨

https://www.facebook.com/stirlingaircraftproject

Today our team has been at Anglia Ruskin University Peterborough enjoying a tour of the facility, discussing all things health and social care and how we can work together. What an inspirational place!

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🎉 Happy Volunteer Week 2023! 🎉

As we kick off this special week (1st-7th June), all of us at Social Echo want to express our deepest gratitude to our incredible team of volunteers. Your dedication, hard work, and passion truly make a difference in our Yaxley community.

Whether it's a few hours a month or a few days a week, every single effort counts. Your time and talents help us reach out to more people in need, furthering our mission to build more connected, compassionate communities.

So here's a huge virtual round of applause 👏 to each and every one of our volunteers! You're not just volunteers, you are the heartbeat of Social Echo. Thank you for everything you do!

Let's make Volunteer Week 2023 the most impactful yet! 💙

The Yaxley & Farcet Men's Shed officially opens its doors on Tuesday, 30th May! 🎉

We extend our heartfelt thanks to CPSL Mind, Cambridgeshire County Council and Huntingdonshire District Council for their support in making this initiative a reality.

🗓️ Join us every Tuesday and Wednesday from 13:00 - 16:00, commencing on the 30th of May.

👥 We warmly invite men from all corners of our community. The best part? It's FREE to attend, and we've got your cuppa sorted too! ☕

🔧 Got a project idea brewing in your mind? Come over, let's get it off the ground!

🚀 We're also actively seeking new Shedders - both members and volunteers. Donations of projects or tools are always warmly welcomed.

See you there!

Can you help this amazing organisation?

Are you feeling stressed or overwhelmed lately? Do you need a break from the digital world? We've got just the thing for you! The Hobby Hub is a project aimed at promoting traditional hobbies to improve mental health and wellbeing.

Research shows that engaging in hobbies can have a positive impact on mental health. It provides an opportunity to relax, reduce stress, and improve overall mood. Hobbies also promote mindfulness and can help reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression.

Best of all, The Hobby Hub is free and open to the public! Join us on Mondays from 1pm to 4pm or on Thursday evenings from 6pm to 9pm at the Social Echo hub at the Eagle Business Park in Yaxley. We've got a wide range of craft activities to choose from, or bring along your own project or activity.

So why not take a break from the daily grind and come join us at The Hobby Hub? It's a great way to unwind, meet new people, and improve your mental health. See you there!

Movement for Good - We could receive £1,000 with your help . Nominate now. We could recieve £1,000 in Movement for Good draw.

Earlier this week, the groups working on our Health Inequalities Project got together to discuss next steps and how we can continue to improve the health and well-being of Huntingdonshire. The groups have done some fantastic work so far, launching exercise classes, art socials, information sessions, after-school clubs and much more! You can find more information here 👇
www.huntingdonshire.gov.uk/healthinequalities

Thanks to Social Echo: Cambridgeshire for hosting!

Ramsey Neighbourhoods Trust St Neots Community Support Love's Farm Community Association Huntingdonshire Community Group Official Brampton Parish Council CARESCO Hail Weston Parish Council, Hemingford Hub, Hilton Parish Council Houghton and Wyton Timebank Kimbolton & Stonely Parish Council Somersham & Pidley Timebank, St Ives Cares, Godmanchester Community Timebank

Today we were delighted to welcome guests from across Huntingdonshire to talk about the Health Inequalities Project funded by the Integrated Care System. Our visitors included representatives from a number of recognised organisations from across the district, Huntingdonshire District Council and Cambridgeshire County Council.

Contributing to health improvement, we are working closely with HDC and other local recognised community groups to develop solutions to the challenges our residents face.

New kit to join our already comprehensive collection of hand and power tools at our hub. The Men's Shed will be opening soon 😎

Social Echo is thrilled to to be involved in the ground-breaking health inequalities project in partnership with Huntingdonshire District Councill and funded by the Integrated Care System. We are proud to be working alongside recognised community groups across the district to develop innovative solutions to address the health challenges faced by residents in the area.

The project aims to make significant strides in improving health outcomes for all individuals and addressing inequalities in access to care.

At Social Echo, we are committed to creating positive change in the communities we serve, and we are excited to be a part of this initiative. We look forward to sharing updates on our progress and working with our partners to create lasting impacts on the health and wellbeing of local residents.

Yesterday, joined by Cllr Ben Pitt we held a face-to-face meeting for all groups involved in our Health Inequalities Project! It was a brilliant turnout, with lots of happy faces discussing the projects they have launched in their areas.
There are currently 36 new or further developed activities/projects to be held in Huntingdonshire due to the work these community groups have done!

We would like to thank you all for your continuing hard work!

Brampton Parish Council, CARESCO, Godmanchester Community Timebank, Hail Weston Parish Council, Hemingford Hub, Hilton Parish Council, Houghton and Wyton Timebank, Huntingdonshire Community Group Official, Kimbolton & Stonely Parish Council, Love's Farm Community Association, Ramsey Neighbourhoods Trust, Social Echo: Cambridgeshire, Somersham & Pidley Timebank, St Ives Cares, St Neots Community Support

You can find out more about the health inequalities project here: www.huntingdonshire.gov.uk/healthinequalities

Pop this battle on the calendar VENUE updated - https://facebook.com/events/s/battle-lines/870916830822364/

Not one to miss - a battle of epic dark,ethereal styles and talent! Funded by Arts Council England Artists ammo and goodies by POSCA UK and Artgecko Sketchbooks

From Monday 23rd January 2023 - The Hobby Hub held at the Social Echo: Cambridgeshire hub , will be open Mondays 13:00-16:00 for Hobby Hub Drop in sessions.

This is in addition to the Thursday Night Sessions.

Simply bring along a project or something to do and get your make on. Tea and coffee provided.

This is a free to attend session, but donations are very much welcome.

Thank you so much to Think Communities Huntingdonshire part of Cambridgeshire County Council for your ongoing support of Social Echo and projects including The Hobby Hub Yaxley & Farcet, they have played a pivotal part in supporting our project and aims, joining sessions, promotion and linking with partners, remained visible, and supportive at all times.

We really appreciate the time and effort you're putting in to help make these projects a success, Sophie, Clair (pictured) and Ann- we couldn't do it without you!

We would also like to thank Hunts DC for their funding which has helped towards costs of running the Hobby Hub winter sessions.

Final few spaces remaining on our Hunts DC funded Christmas decoration , make and paint.

All materials, tuition, tea, coffee and light lunch provided free of charge thanks to funding from Huntingdonshire District Council. Please contact prior for any special dietary requirements.

Come on in out of the cold, and get creative.

This a Social Echo led project , delivered by the Hobby Hub at Yaxley : https://hobbyhubyaxley.org/

Last call - Only 2 Spaces remaining on this!!!

The first in our series of Hobby Hub day sessions will be on Friday 09 December 2022, booking essential, This is a FREE to attend workshop hosted at the Social Echo Hub. Lunch, Hot Drinks and materials all supplied. This has been made possible thanks to Hunts DC Health Inequalities Funding.

So come in on out of the cold, and get creative.

Book now:

A further £11,500 has been approved for projects being delivered through Brampton Hub and Social Echo, Yaxley, as part of the Health Inequalities Project.

Brampton Hub will fund a dedicated Youth Worker with a mental health responsibility in their established Youth Club.

Social Echo will extend The Hobby Hub Artist Led Day Sessions - workshops that will bring local residents together in a safe, warm space and engage in art with themes around health and wellbeing. Alongside this, they will establish a Men's Shed, a community space for men to connect, converse and create.

Read more here: http://ow.ly/7xs650LSGwq

Social Echo: Cambridgeshire

It's always great to catch up with the team from BoxingFuturesUK! We're looking forward to delivering some new projects together :D

Do you have an interest in helping the planet? Want to become more sustainable?

FREE to attend course- Do More Waste Less: Introduction to a circular economy.

A circular economy involves sharing, leasing, reusing, repairing, refurbishing and recycling existing materials and products as long as possible.

Free tea and coffee.

Eligibility criteria applies , see Eventbrite link.

We are delivering this course on behalf of PECT - Creating Sustainable Places

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/free-training-introduction-to-circular-economy-tickets-453027596737

Join the Team 🥊

BoxingFuturesUK currently have the following job vacancies based at their gym In Yaxley Peterborough

Do you enjoy working with Young People, have experience of working in the fitness industry with a love of boxing or have experience of project management. If yes to any of these please get in contact providing your CV and a covering letter.

For more info please click link below

Project Manager and Project Coach,

https://boxing-futures.org.uk/join-our-team/

https://boxing-futures.org.uk/join-our-team/

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Do you have trouble getting to sleep, or staying asleep? Do you have low energy during the day and just want to nap? Maybe you've got into unhelpful habits that affect your sleep? 🥱💤

If you can relate to some of these problems, then we can help! Sign up via the link in below to receive a recording of our sleep talks, and access to a live question and answer session:
https://bit.ly/3RM2vE4

We will email you recordings of the talks on the 18th October, for you to watch in your own time over the week.

✍️ Make a note of any questions that come up, and then join our wellbeing practitioners for an online Q&A session on the 25th October at 5.30pm.

Please note: To protect everyone's anonymity and create a safe space it is important that everyone joins on the day with anonymous usernames (i.e. 'ABC1'), and keeps their cameras turned off and microphones muted throughout. You will be able to ask questions through the chat box.

The Hobby Hub Yaxley & Farcet is gathering steam!

We look forward to working with Hornby Model Railways going forward!

Are you interested in learning about the circular economy and how it can help with the climate emergency.

The circular economy is fundamentally different from the current ‘take-make-waste’ linear system that we follow. It encourages us to rethink the way we design, make, use and ‘dispose’ of things.

Join us on our free 2 hour course to learn more about it.

5th October 1pm - 3pm

Other dates and times to be published soon

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/do-more-waste-less-an-introduction-to-a-circular-economy-tickets-425063796257

We would like to hear what sort of activities you would like to see in Yaxley and surrounding areas, this can include more of an existing type of activity or a new activity all together. Being active, meeting other people and feeling in control of our lives, all contribute to good health.

We are working with Huntingdonshire District Council through Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Integrated Care System funded project to identify need and deliver programmes.

Please fill in this short form at: shorturl.at/klOR9 or scan the QR Code above.