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Time to Talk was created to give young people with SEND a platform to share their voices and express what truly matters to them is such an important initiative.
Services
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FreeSometimes we all need someone to talk to and often it can be helpful if this is not a close family member or friend. Carers are no exception – most spend their whole lives worrying about and caring for another person and sometimes their own needs can be forgotten.
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FreeBefriending provides one-to-one support, including listening and providing the opportunity to think about changes to behaviour. It also offers the child a positive adult role model.
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FreeWith our 1-1 Befriending Service our friend is visit people at home on a regular basis for a friendly chat. This helps combat social isolation and loneliness. We offer befriending over the long and short term. You may live in your own home, sheltered accommodation or a care home.
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FreeAfter many successful years, the adult group continues to adopt a focused, forward-thinking approach, which we hope will benefit all the dyslexic adults who attend our meetings
- inclusive
- SEND
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PaidWeekly life drawing sessions for adults, beginners welcome
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FreeThe aim of our Advice and Health project is to provide advice, support and information to members of the Irish community in Bexley, Lewisham and Greenwich. Our Advice workers can offer specialist advice and practical help in relation to benefits and entitlements for people under 55.
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PaidHandy Person for basic DIY jobs
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FreeCome and join us for a tea, coffee and a chat!
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FreeA weekly group for Asian women to meet, make friends, support each other and learn new skills
- social
- women
- community
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PaidCome along to one of our Befriending Cafes across the borough for tea, a chat and meeting new people.
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FreeA safe and supportive group to help you in your grief.
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FreeBexley Buddies is a volunteer-led initiative that addresses non-medical needs within GP surgeries and the wider community. This program is developed in partnership with GP practices by providing patients with access to meaningful, community-based activities that enhance health and wellbeing.
- wellbeing
- board games
- social
- games and activities
- Mental health support
- volunteering
- inclusive
- training
- BVSC
- Advice
- community
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FreeCoffee morning for carers and former carers
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FreeA borough-wide group of volunteers is dedicated to uniting the community through various initiatives, including training, volunteering opportunities, meet-ups, and much more.
- wellbeing
- social
- volunteering
- training
- LBB
- BVSC
- community
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PaidThe Mind in Bexley Community Pantry is a community food store for those who are finding it difficult to afford all of the essentials at the moment.
- Food & drink
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FreeThe Bexley Crisis Cafe is a safe and friendly place for anybody 18 and over who is experiencing severe emotional or psychological distress. It is a drop-in service where you can access mental health support and advice from mental health workers.
- wellbeing
- Mental health support
- Advice
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FreeInformed and confidential support spaces for LGBTQ+ young people.
- LGBTQ+
- community
- Young People
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PaidBELL provide people with an easy way of summoning help if required, helping them to live independently. They offer security and help at a touch of a button 24 hours a day, everyday.
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FreeWe don’t think anyone in our community should have to face going hungry. That’s why we provide three days’ nutritionally balanced emergency food and support to local people who are referred to us in crisis.
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FreeOne to One Befriending Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) Social Skills Group FLARE Parent / Carer Network Empowering Parents Empowering Communities Programme (EPEC)
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FreeExplore the bible with New Gen Church
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FreeA beginner-friendly, fun and upbeat Bollywood themed inclusive dance class.
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FreeStaff and volunteers at Bostall Community Library in Bexleyheath, Belvedere Community Centre and Crayford Baptist Church are working with local food businesses, supermarkets and allotment holders to collect quality food that would otherwise be wasted.
- Food & drink
- community
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FreeSupporting Orbit residents in Bexley, and other residents, who are feeling low, stressed, anxious, isolated, or just not feeling quite right.
- Mental health support
Events
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The ExchangeFreeSave the date! Our annual festival is back. Stay tuned for more details.
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68 Erith HubFreeFree 12-week weight management programme for adults with learning disabilities. Held across Bromley, Bexley and Greenwich.
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Emmanuel ChurchFreeFree 12-week weight management programme for adults with learning disabilities. Sessions are held across Bromley, Bexley and Greenwich.
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Geddes Place United Reformed ChurchFreeFree 12-week weight management programme for adults with learning disabilities across Bromley, Bexley and Greenwich.
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Active Horizons Community HubFree🌿Take a Midweek Break for Yourself! Join Wellness Wednesday! 🌿 Wellness Wednesday is all about promoting mental and physical well-being for parents and guardians. It’s your midweek opportunity to focus on self-care, build healthy habits, and enjoy acti
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Active Horizons Community HubFree🌿Take a Midweek Break for Yourself! Join Wellness Wednesday! 🌿 Wellness Wednesday is all about promoting mental and physical well-being for parents and guardians. It’s your midweek opportunity to focus on self-care, build healthy habits, and enjoy acti
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Active Horizons Community HubFree🎭 TAMBA PLAY – African Village Play 🎶 We’re inviting young people aged 8–16 to join Tamba Play, a free African performing arts programme exploring music, dance, drama, rhythm, and storytelling. 🗓 Wednesdays: 11 Feb – 25 March 2026 ⏰ 3:30pm – 6:00pm
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Orchard Community HubFreeReady to spice up your kitchen skills and cook with confidence? Whether you're a total beginner or a budding home chef, our Cookery Club is your ticket to mastering the art of delicious, healthy cooking – and having a blast while doing it!
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Northumberland Heath Baptist ChurchFreeReady to spice up your kitchen skills and cook with confidence? Whether you're a total beginner or a budding home chef, our Cookery Club is your ticket to mastering the art of delicious, healthy cooking – and having a blast while doing it!
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68 Erith HubFreeReady to spice up your kitchen skills and cook with confidence? Whether you're a total beginner or a budding home chef, our Cookery Club is your ticket to mastering the art of delicious, healthy cooking – and having a blast while doing it!
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Thamesmead LibraryFreeOur team of women's health advocate and trained volunteers is happy to answer any questions you might have in a safe and confidential environment.
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The ExchangeFreeBecoming an Exchange Maker means you can learn craft skills, be part of a making community and help us to produce products that are both useful and beautiful.
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The ExchangeFreeBecoming an Exchange Maker means you can learn craft skills, be part of a making community and help us to produce products that are both useful and beautiful.
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The ExchangeFreeBecoming an Exchange Maker means you can learn craft skills, be part of a making community and help us to produce products that are both useful and beautiful.
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7-9 Blackfen roadPaidA community fayre for the whole family with visits from the Easter Bunny, magician, balloon modelling, crafts, face painting, games, market stalls and much more
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7-9 Blackfen roadFreeMental Health fun workshops for youth to learn skills for life!
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Slade Green & Howbury Community CentreFreeReady to spice up your kitchen skills and cook with confidence? Whether you're a total beginner or a budding home chef, our Cookery Club is your ticket to mastering the art of delicious, healthy cooking – and having a blast while doing it!
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Slade Green & Howbury Community CentreFreeReady to spice up your kitchen skills and cook with confidence? Whether you're a total beginner or a budding home chef, our Cookery Club is your ticket to mastering the art of delicious, healthy cooking – and having a blast while doing it!
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68 Erith HubFreeReady to spice up your kitchen skills and cook with confidence? Whether you're a total beginner or a budding home chef, our Cookery Club is your ticket to mastering the art of delicious, healthy cooking – and having a blast while doing it!
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St Andrew's ChurchFreeReady to spice up your kitchen skills and cook with confidence? Whether you're a total beginner or a budding home chef, our Cookery Club is your ticket to mastering the art of delicious, healthy cooking – and having a blast while doing it!
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St Andrew's ChurchFreeReady to spice up your kitchen skills and cook with confidence? Whether you're a total beginner or a budding home chef, our Cookery Club is your ticket to mastering the art of delicious, healthy cooking – and having a blast while doing it!
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Online eventFreeThe Summer Jobs Programme is here! Active Horizons is delivering the paid summer job opportunities for young people aged 16–20 in the Bexley & Bromley area.