Kelvedon & Feering Health Centre

07/04/2026

A wellbeing festival - 18th July 2026

Please read more below and if interested in booking a ticket, follow the link

https://www.dosefest.co.uk/

07/04/2026

Health Watch Essex have launched a new 'Time for Myself -Taking a break' survey. This survey is for people who are providing care and support for family, friends or other individuals in their lives and can be accessed through this link:

Please share widely with any friends/relatives you know who care for someone.

Healthwatch Essex 'Carers Voices' is commissioned by Essex County Council to gather feedback from carers across the county to find out what’s working well and not so well in order to influence improvements to the support provided for carers. Breaks for unpaid carers (often called respite or short ...

07/04/2026

The surgery is currently experiencing IT issues so there may be a delay in our triage responses today. Apologies for any inconvenience

07/04/2026

Please see below - Saturday 30th May 6 pm - 9 pm - A fun festival for children & young people with SEND & their families.

To book tickets, please follow this link:

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/send-fest-at-colchester-zoo-essex-2026-tickets-1981700283895?aff=oddtdtcreator

Please share this post to anyone who you think would be interested.

02/04/2026

🌿 WHAT’S ON AT THE BRAINTREE HUB 🌿
We’re excited to share our updated weekly timetable of groups and activities starting on 5th January 2026, here at The Braintree Hub, designed to support wellbeing, connection and community.

✨ Mondays
Parkinson’s, Huntington’s & MND Support Group

✨ Tuesdays
Chill Tuesdays – Chat & Crafts

Time for Tea - Dementia Support Group

✨ Wednesdays (Alternate)
BPD Peer & Schizophrenic Support Group

✨ Thursdays
Knit & Knatter

✨ Fridays (Alternate)
Pain Pals – Chronic Pain Support Group

📍 All sessions take place at:
The Braintree Hub, 67 High Street, Braintree, CM7 1JX

💚 Everyone is welcome!
Pop in, meet new people, and be part of a warm and supportive community.

📌 See our full poster below for details!

01/04/2026

This FREE event is coming up next week - book your place for a free goody bag!

Halstead Age Well Fair - Halstead Leisure Centre

📅 Date: Thursday 9th April
⏰ Time: 10.00am - 13.00pm

Getting older can be difficult to navigate. Come along and find out how local services can support you and those you care for.

30+ local organisations will be attending to offer you advice, support and help.

No need to book and admission is FREE!

You can book online or if you would prefer to book over the phone, please call
01376 552525

*If you do choose to register, you will receive a FREE goody bag

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/halstead-age-well-fair-tickets-1981707726155?aff=eivtefrnd&utm-campaign=social%2Cemail&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-source=strongmail&utm-term=listing

26/03/2026

Essex GP Appointments

24/03/2026

Please see below a NEW 10-week Women’s Life Coaching and Wellbeing programme called Belong.

Thanks to funding support by The National Lottery, this specific programme is at a reduced rate of £70 each for the full 10 weeks. However, there are a limited number of FREE funded places available for women on low income or receiving benefits.

They have 2-part funded programmes for a maximum of 15 women each starting in Chelmsford.

You can register for a place on the Eventbrite:

MONDAYS – starts 13th April from 12:30pm – 2pm
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/10-week-womens-only-life-coaching-and-wellbeing-programme-mondays-tickets-1984958818259?aff=erellivmlt

OR

WEDNESDAYS – starts 22nd April from 12:30pm – 2pm
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/10-week-womens-only-life-coaching-and-wellbeing-programme-wednesdays-tickets-1985290193411?aff=erellivmlt

see poster for further details if you have any queries and wish to contact them directly


If you cannot make this one and would like to be put on a waiting list, then please complete this expression of interest form below

Expression of interest for programmes AFTER April 2026: https://forms.gle/aue1iHa7fwExCLuM7

23/03/2026

04/03/2026

Essex Activate - Easter half term - Free holiday clubs, fun activities and food across Essex.

To read more please follow the link:
https://www.activeessex.org/children-young-people/essex-activate/

03/03/2026

PLEASE SEE UPCOMING EVENT on 9th April 2026 10 am - 1pm.
You can also book here:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/halstead-age-well-fair-tickets-1981707726155

Join us at Halstead Leisure Centre to meet local organisations who can help us navigate our way through getting older. Discover new ways to stay healthy and active, connect with local organisations, and learn about services available to support your well-being. Maybe you are looking after someone and you just need some advice or support? Whether you're looking for fitness tips, health screenings, support for a family member or neighbour, this event has something for everyone. Don't miss out on this opportunity to prioritise your health and happiness!

The following organisations will be attending (please note this is subject to change)

Crossroads - Dementia Support/Respite
Agewell East - Older Peoples Services/Signposting

Essex Police FraudEssex Police - Community SupportBarclays Fraud/Scams

Home Instead - Signposting and Care at Home

Healthwatch Essex - Carers Advice, Carers Voices

Freshwell Low Carb Project - Healthy Eating and Advice

Essex Dementia Care

Braintree Council Community Services - Cost of Living, social isolation

Handy Man Service/Energy Advice

Freedom Leisure - Keeping active and much more

Farleigh Hospice - Hospice Services and Support

Essex Respite CareEssex Home Help

NHS Talking Therapies - Mental Health Support and Advice

Halstead Shed

Blood Pressure Checks (TBC)

Halstead Dementia Friendly Cinema and Choir

Alzheimer's Society - Dementia Support For Families

Kinder Essex/Comm Agents - Essex Well Being Service/ Independent Living

ECC Adult Social Care - Social Care/Social Services

Hearing Help EssexEssex Fire & Rescue - Home Safety Visits and Welfare

EPUT Adult Mental Health

Barclays - avoiding scams and safety online.

Holmes and Hills - Legal Advice

Social prescribers from the local GP practices

26/02/2026

Come along to our friendly hub for people living with dementia and their carers. Free refreshments are available and support services are on hand to listen, provide support and information. Some of the Support agencies that attend throughout the year are: Adult social care, Alzheimers society, Essex wellbeing service community agents, Dementia UK, Barclays Bank, Essex Dementia Care, Crossroads, Home Instead, Hearing Help Essex. Playlist for life.

The Dementia Drop In is delivered with the support of Colne Valley PCN, Halstead Town Council and Rotary District 1240. Refreshments are kindly donated by East of England Co-op.

Face to face drop in at Queens Hall, Chipping Hill, Halstead, CO9 2BY. It runs the 1st Friday of every month 10am-12 noon.