Sahara

Sahara supports the health and wellbeing of older South Asian people in and around Medway, Kent

07/06/2026

Thank you for giving your time to make a difference. You make Sahara what it is 🩵

01/06/2026

Sahara will be at MVA's Volunteer Week Thank You event on Thursday at Rochester Cathedral, 11am - 3pm! There's lots on throughout the day, including activities and information stands.

We'll have a stall and we'll also be doing a crepe paper rose making workshop. 🌹

If you're an existing volunteer, a past volunteer, or if you're interested in volunteering - come along and say hello!

28/05/2026

There’s something special about bringing generations together 🩵

We’re excited to bring baby joy to Gal Baat, creating a space for older people and little ones to share joy and time together.

We’ll also have a scam awareness talk, with useful advice on staying safe and spotting scams.

Plus food, tea and time to socialise!

Please book your place by next Tuesday, and get in touch if you have any questions.

Book here: https://www.saharawellbeing.org.uk/event-details/gal-baat-4
[email protected]

27/05/2026

Today was our final Cha Da Cup café meet-up after a three month trial period.

We wanted to see:
Would people keep coming? Would they make new connections? Would something local and simple make a difference?

We've heard:

“It breaks up the week”.

“I’d just be sat at home otherwise”.

“You feel lighter and happier when you leave”.

SO, our weekly café meet-ups will continue across Medway! We’d love for you to join us.

Upcoming dates to be published shortly on www.saharawellbeing.org.uk/events.

A huge thank you to those who donated and made this possible!

Kicking. Loneliness. In. The. Butt.

13/05/2026

BhangraBolly Flow is BACK!

We’re excited to welcome you back to our fun and energising chair-based exercise classes for over 60s.

Our sessions alternate between seated Pilates and seated Bhangra/ Bollywood dance, helping you to improve strength, flexibility, balance, and cardio while having a great time!

Suitable for anyone aged 60+, and especially designed for those who find standing or moving around more difficult.

📅 Classes take place every Monday and Friday on alternating months. Check our website for upcoming dates: www.saharawellbeing.org.uk/events.

Come along and move to the music!

11/05/2026

Throwback to our last Gal Baat, where we learned all about Tai Chi!

We also had a sing song and a lovely meal of chickpeas, rice and samosas.

Thank you to everyone who contributed
Shi Kon Martial Arts
The National Lottery Community Fund

05/05/2026

Sahara is growing, and we’re looking for a Director of Volunteering to join us in a new leadership role!

You’ll lead on all things volunteering, from recruiting and onboarding new volunteers to shaping a supportive experience that strengthens our wonderful team.

We’re looking for someone proactive, people-focused, and genuinely committed to our mission.

This role is currently voluntary, with the opportunity to become paid as Sahara grows.

📩 Message us with your CV and a short cover letter to express interest, or if you'd like a chat to find out more.

29/04/2026

A volunteer day out to the Tulip Festival. Yes, this picture is real!🌷

Being part of Sahara is about more than volunteering. It's about being part of a team.

We run regular Volunteer Socials and Wellbeing Sessions so that our volunteers can take a break from the usual routine, focus on themselves, and just enjoy spending time with each other. 🩷

Tulleys Farm

27/04/2026

THIS SATURDAY!

🌟 A Tai Chi workshop with

🌟 A talk on Understanding Parkinson's: Support and Information from Parkinson's UK

🌟 A lovely hot traditional lunch

Only a few spaces left. Please book here:
https://www.saharawellbeing.org.uk/events

Questions or support: [email protected]

Address

Gillingham

Website

http://www.saharawellbeing.org.uk/

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