Through collaborative engagement and support, we aspire to empower every parent and carer with the tools, resources, and opportunities they need to thrive personally, support their families, and actively contribute to the holistic growth of our community. EmpowerED stands as a testament to our unwavering commitment to nurturing a strong, supportive network where every individual feels valued, heard, and empowered to shape a brighter future for themselves and their children.
If you find yourself in crisis and unable to afford food, the local foodbank can assist through a voucher referral system. Local agencies such as Citizens Advice and health visitors can assess your situation and issue a voucher, which can be exchanged for at least three days of emergency food.
To receive help, visit a referral agency. Agencies interested in issuing vouchers can contact the foodbank for more information.
Address
St John's Church Hall, High Street, Nelson, CF46 6HA
Opening Times
Mon: 09:30 - 12:00
Tue: 09:30 - 12:00
Wed: 09:30 - 12:00
Thu: 09:30 - 12:00
Fri: 09:30 - 12:00
Sat: Closed
Sun: Closed
Address
St Matthias Church Hall, Oaklands Terrace, Treharris, CF46 5RG
Opening Times
Mon: Closed
Tue: 10:00 - 12:00
Wed: Closed
Thu: 10:30 - 12:00
Fri: Closed
Sat: Closed
Sun: Closed
If you don’t have enough money to live on, you might be able to get help to afford essentials like bills and food. This includes the Household Support Fund and cost of living payments.
You should check if you can claim benefits - you might be able to do this even if you work, have savings or own a home.
We’ve got information that can help you think about what matters to you, and we’ve also got information about people and services in your area that can help you with the things that matter to you.
Dewis Cymru offers Drop-In Sessions to support with the following:
Help finding Accommodation
Maintaining your home
Liaising with your landlord/mortgage company
Budgeting
Debt Management
Reviewing your benefits
Form Filling
If you’re struggling with the impact of rises in the cost of living, you may be unsure where to turn. But there is assistance and support available depending on your individual circumstances.
Locally, parents and families can access a variety of support services, including parenting workshops, playgroups, after-school programs, and family activities. Additionally, there are counselling and mental health services, resources for disabilities, and health clinics offering nutrition advice and health screenings. These services aim to help families thrive and build strong, healthy relationships.
"Let’s Go Girls" is Sport Caerphilly’s Women and Girls campaign that aims to get more women, more active, more often.
It aims to increase female’s confidence to allow them to be the best version of themselves physically, mentally and socially while allowing physical activity to be the ‘norm’ in everyday life. We work with several community clubs and partners to provide various opportunities to allow females to find the best place to support them in their journeys.
If you would like more information or to be supported and a part of the Lets Go Girls Campaign please email sportcaerphilly@caerphilly.gov.uk
The Bargoed Gardening Club meets weekly during term time at the Bargoed Community Centre (Heol Pencarreg, CF81 8QD) on Thursday evenings at 7 pm.
Come and share your passion for gardening with like-minded individuals. We look forward to seeing you there!
Cost: £3 per session or £10 per term
The Caerphilly Table-Top & Gamers Society (CTG) meets in Bargoed Library on Saturdays from 10 am until 4 pm. Tabletop games, role-play games (RPG), war gaming boards, as well as card games like Pokemon and Yu-Gi-Oh.
Visit their Facebook page for all the latest updates and events.
Come and join me for a fun-filled exercise class with a difference! This Zumba class is guaranteed to get you moving, it's a great way to keep fit, be active and have fun dancing to a variety of music.
Zumba can be adapted for all fitness levels and can help people lose weight, feel great and provide a great space for people to get together and make new friends.
Physical exercise can help benefit both body and mind and this new class in Bargoed is open to people of all fitness levels and abilities
Who do we support
Everyone is welcome to join this class to have fun through Zumba dancing. The first week is free, so why not join me, to see if Zumba is the keep-fit class you've been looking for?
Zumba Gold is a high-energy, low-impact, and dance-based exercise class that is perfect for all ages, including those over 50.
Is there a charge to use this service?
£3.50 per person
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