Welcome

RRAVS’ vision is of a strong voluntary sector which is at the heart of a vibrant and caring Rochford District where people are able to fulfil their potential through voluntary and community action.

rravs logo imageThe Rochford district includes the towns and villages of Rayleigh, Hockley, Ashingdon, Great Wakering, Canewdon, Hawkwell, Rochford, Barling, Fambridge, Paglesham, Rawreth, Sutton, Foulness and Hullbridge.

RRAVS works to promote, support and represent the interests of all voluntary and community groups in the Rochford District. This is achieved through provision of the grants and funding that is available, promoting group activities and events to the wider community, providing subsidised or free training to upskill staff and volunteers, publishing volunteer opportunities and supporting volunteer recruitment and representing the views of the voluntary sector with strategic bodies and local government. We are  also developing our RRAVS Community Directory which provides useful contact information for a wide range of local services provided by our member groups and the wider community.


RRAVS Projects

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Knit to Nurture – Rayleigh

Our Knit to Nurture Group are 10.30am-12.30pm at The Elim...
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RRAVS Community Directory

The RRAVS Community Directory gives information about the services and...
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New Steps Bereavement Friendship Group

New Steps – Bereavement Friendship Group Meet Wednesdays 12:30pm –...
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Hockley Social Group

Starting Thursday 10 March 2022 A suggested donation of £2...

Click below to watch the The Castle Point and Rochford Health & Wellbeing Board video about the RRAVS Hockley Social Group.

Latest News

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Rochford Rotary’s Santa will soon be on his way!

Rochford Rotary’s Santa will be making appearances across the district...
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GetUBetter App now available to download

MSE ICS are pleased inform MSE residents over 18 years...
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Carers Voices Newsletter

Since the last newsletter, the Carers Voices Team have engaged...
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Active Life Stretch and Breathe

Stretch and Breathe  is a class designed for those with...
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Be Prepared for Winter

Your one-stop resource for staying healthy this winter! Winter is...
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Falls Prevention

Worried about them falling? The Fall Proof’ Guide is packed...
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Maternity Vaccinations

It’s understood getting vaccinated while pregnant can feel overwhelming. Midwives...
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Mid & South Essex NHS Foundation Trust – Draft Communications Plan

Please see the attached Draft Communications Plan which highlights their...
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RRAVS Community Feedback

As a Council for Voluntary Service (CVS) it’s our role...
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Disclosure and Barring Service training programme

The Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) offers a variety of...
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Branching Out Fund Accepting Applications for 2024/25 Winter Planting Season

The Tree Council is offering grants of between £250 and...
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The Cedar Centre has a new website!

The Cedar Centre is a small local charity whose members...

Update – Groups & Meetings for Those Living With Dementia & Their Carers

Useful information for groups and individuals supporting those with or...

Seated Music and Movement Group

In partnership with the Alzheimer’s Society – a group for...
Mid South Essex ICS

NEW resource to support people who are at the end of life

The health and care needs for end of life and...
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Parkinson’s Cafe

Parkinson’s Cafe Meets the first and third Tusday each month...