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Sometimes we could all do with a bit of support to help make life click: CANConnect in North Norfolk

21 Sep, 2020by Steve NunnHealth and social care, Mental health, North Norfolk, Rurality, Sports, play and physical activity, Support for organisations and communities

Our CANConnect initiative works with partner agencies across the North Norfolk district of Norfolk and Waveney CCG (Clinical Commissioning Group) to help connect people with activities in their locality, as well as providing individuals with one-to-one support in identifying and achieving their personal goals. CANConnect also provides support for the community itself, helping organisations and people make the places where we live stronger, friendlier, and more resilient.  

Guidance for Opening Halls for Pre-School Use

21 May, 2020by Clare FianderChildren and young people, Health and social care, Information, advice and guidance, Sports, play and physical activity, Staying safe and legal

ACRE (Action with Communities in Rural England) have published guidance for halls and community buildings who are planning how to safely re-open for use by pre-schools. 

The guidance covers requirements for hall committees as well as those for pre-schools.  There are FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) and a checklist for halls to use before re-opening.

The guidance can be found by clicking here. 

Adult Learning launches new online courses

29 Apr, 2020by Steve NunnArts and culture, Children and young people, Mental health, News Article, Planning, doing and learning, Press Release, Sports, play and physical activity

Norfolk County Council’s Adult Learning has made many of its courses available online, as well as launching new online courses designed to keep people active, healthy and connected throughout the lockdown.

National Village and Community Hall survey - deadline extended to 30th April

22 Apr, 2020by Steve NunnConsultation, Editorial, Comment and Opinion, Funding, Heritage, Knowledge Base, News Article, Planning, doing and learning, Press Release, Reports & Evidence, Rurality, Sports, play and physical activity, Support for organisations and communities

Norfolk’s hundreds of village halls and community venues are often at the heart of local life and, at this difficult time, it’s more important than ever that their value is realised. The National Village and Community Hall Survey deadline has been extended to 30th April to allow everyone to participate.

Village Hall Improvement Grants – 100% success rate with CAN!

12 Feb, 2020by Steve NunnArts and culture, Breckland, Broadland, Case Study, Consultation, Funding, Great Yarmouth, Heritage, Information, advice and guidance, Knowledge Base, News Article, North Norfolk, Norwich, Planning, doing and learning, Press Release, Rurality, South Norfolk, Sports, play and physical activity, Support for organisations and communities, West Norfolk

There are around 10,000 village halls across England and many are crucially important to local communities, but their upkeep and improvements cost money. 

Norfolk Easy Ambles Toolkit

02 Feb, 2020by Clare FianderMental health, Older people, Sports, play and physical activity

A toolkit is available to help community groups to map walks in their area for people living with dementia and their carers. 

What's happening at your village hall or community venue?

23 Jan, 2020by Steve NunnArts and culture, Breckland, Broadland, Children and young people, Editorial, Comment and Opinion, Event, Great Yarmouth, Knowledge Base, Members Events, News Article, North Norfolk, Norwich, Press Release, Rurality, South Norfolk, Sports, play and physical activity, Support for organisations and communities, Volunteering, West Norfolk

There are around 10,000 village and community halls across England. They’re key elements in local communities, providing a space for social events, fitness sessions, education and a host of other benefits. Around 450 such venues can be found across Norfolk, and at CAN we’re out there helping many of them with advice on funding, governance, project management and trustee training.

Village Halls Week 20th - 26th January 2020

19 Jan, 2020by Steve NunnArts and culture, Breckland, Broadland, Children and young people, Editorial, Comment and Opinion, Equality and diversity, Event, Great Yarmouth, Heritage, News Article, North Norfolk, Older people, Press Release, Rurality, South Norfolk, Sports, play and physical activity, Support for organisations and communities, Transport and service access, West Norfolk

Monday 20th -  Sunday 26th January 2020 is Village Halls Week - celebrating everything good about our community venues across the county and the country!

Looking for New Year's Resolutions? 52 good things you and your community could do in 2020

02 Jan, 2020by Steve NunnArts and culture, Breckland, Broadland, Great Yarmouth, Information, advice and guidance, Mental health, News Article, Norwich, Older people, Rurality, South Norfolk, Sports, play and physical activity, Support for organisations and communities, Transport and service access, Volunteering, West Norfolk

Looking for New Year's Resolutions? Here's a list 52 good things you and your community could do in 2020.

 

Celebrate the season with Norfolk Museums

05 Dec, 2019by Steve NunnArts and culture, Children and young people, Event, Heritage, News Article, Planning, doing and learning, Sports, play and physical activity

There’s a whole lot of festive fun on offer in Norfolk Museums this Christmas. From seasonal songs and costumed characters, to Father Christmas and family trails, there’s something to interest visitors of all ages.

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