West Devon CVS

30/10/2026

This coming Thursday! A welcoming peer support group...

This group, based in Okehampton, is for people living with cancer, as well as families and friends who offer support too. Our group provides a safe space to share experiences, access practical advice from those who truly get it and build lasting friendships.

Together we can reduce isolation, promote confidence and improve quality of life for everyone affected by cancer in West Devon.

Everyone is welcome, whether you're newly adjusting or have lived with cancer for years.

For more information, please email: [email protected].

30/10/2026

Tavistock Fibromyalgia, Long Term Pain and Fatigue Group

A friendly and supportive peer group for people living with Fibromyalgia, Long Term Pain or Fatigue.

Connect with others, share experiences and access helpful signposting to local services and resources.

A space to focus on wellbeing in the company of those who truly understand, to help manage symptoms and promote recovery.

Take a look at our Facebook group:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1019139726716453

For more information email:
[email protected]

30/10/2026

This coming Wednesday! 💛💜 Tea & Talk Grief Support Group💛💜

A friendly and compassionate group where people who have experienced loss can come together to offer support, connection and understanding.

📅First Wednesday of every month
⏰10.30am - 12pm
📍 Lounge (Tavistock)

Come along for a cuppa and chat with others who truly get it.

To find out more, visit: https://www.facebook.com/groups/929937889957149/

30/10/2026

This coming Tuesday! A friendly and supportive peer group.
Are you living with Long Covid?

Connect with others, share experiences and access helpful signposting to local services and resources. A space to focus on wellbeing in the company of those who truly understand, to help manage symptoms and promote recovery.

For more information, please email: [email protected]

Click here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1736139607292950/

29/10/2026

🌟 Last Few Spaces Remaining! 🌟

Are you living with chronic pain, fatigue, or low-level anxiety and depression and ready to make a positive change?

The FREE HOPE Programme is a supportive 6-week self-management course designed to help you focus on what matters most to you, build confidence, and connect with others facing similar challenges.

💙 You are not alone.

📍 Venue: Endeavour House, Torquay
🕐 Time: 1:00pm – 3:30pm
📅 Starts: Wednesday 4 November
⏳ Duration: 6 weeks

✅ Meet others with shared experiences
✅ Learn practical self-management techniques
✅ Improve wellbeing and resilience
✅ Free to attend

📞 To register your interest, call 01803 320696
📧 Email [email protected]

Don't miss out - only a few places remain! Book your space today: https://myhealth-devon.nhs.uk/local-services/hope-programme/hope-programme-courses/face-to-face-hope/

29/10/2026

Could you help The Filo Project by becoming a host?

Small-group dementia daycare, organised by not-for-profit organisation The Filo Project, is in high demand locally. Hosts are now needed in the Tavistock area.

See link to full story in comments 👇

29/10/2026

Get you tickets now and support next year's Okehampton Pride!

Did someone say fundraiser!!

It’s our first one in the run up to next years event

We’re throwing you all a Hoe Down 🤠🤠

We’ve got music from the amazing Stone Alley who will be providing us with two stunning set lists!

Inbetween the band we’ll have a line dancing lesson with Scarlett Rose Leo 🕺

This will be an 18+ event with a bar on site all night.

Doors will open at 19:30 with the band starting at 20:00.

https://fixr.co/event/pride-hoedown-tickets-524688366

(Small ticket fee included on site)

29/10/2026

Join us next month for the second in our Lunch and Learn series, offering practical advice to help you better understand the grant assessment process and strengthen your applications.

On Thursday 10 December, 12pm–1pm, CTA colleagues Michelle Clarke, Deputy Director for Wales and Dylan Gallanders, Deputy Head of Training will share their experience of grant assessing, grant panels, bid writing and proposal development, exploring common pitfalls and what funders are looking for.

The session will cover key areas including evidence of need, lived experience, community engagement and value for money, as well as tips for passing funders’ due diligence checks.

Find out more and book your place: https://ctauk.org/event/lunch-and-learn-strengthening-your-grant-application

29/10/2026

This promises to be a brilliant day in Okehampton with CAG Devon!