Sleaford Chop, Chat & Change

09/10/2026

Amazing new project launching next week!

🌟 LIFE LOUNGE LAUNCHES NEXT WEEK IN SLEAFORD! 🌟

💚 Safe Space. Real Connection. Brighter Tomorrows. 💚

Recovery is a journey, and having the right support, encouragement and connections along the way can make all the difference. ❤️

We’re excited to announce the launch of Life Lounge, a new safe, welcoming and non-judgemental space for people who are in recovery from substance addiction.

🤝 Join us for our launch event!

📅 Tuesday 13th October 2026
⏰ 1pm – 3pm
📍 Community Hub, Riverside Shopping Centre, Sleaford

Working in partnership with Lincolnshire Recovery Partnership, Life Lounge offers an opportunity to connect with LRP staff, discover helpful support services and meet others on their recovery journey.

Whether you’re looking for support with housing, finances, wellbeing or employment, or simply want somewhere friendly to enjoy a brew and a conversation, Life Lounge is here for you.

☕ Come along, meet new people, share a conversation and find out how you can take positive steps towards a brighter, healthier future.

💚 No judgement. No pressure. Just a warm welcome, genuine connection and support for your recovery journey.

Everyone in recovery is welcome. Hope starts here. 🙏

📩 For referrals or further information, please contact: [email protected]

Please share this post to help us reach people who may benefit from Life Lounge. Together, we can help build a stronger, more supportive community where people feel valued and encouraged on their journey forward. 💚

22/09/2026

🥕 25KG OF CARROTS… AND A WHOLE LOT OF TEAMWORK! 🥕👏

Last week, our amazing Chop, Chat & Change volunteers took on a bit of a challenge — peeling, prepping and packing a whopping 25kg of carrots! 😲🥕🥕

The carrots were prepared ready for the Senior Citizens Harvest Meal, hosted by New Life Church, and as always, the team stepped up with their usual enthusiasm, hard work and, of course, plenty of good humour! 😂🙌

The volunteers also produced a range of flavoured potato wedges on Friday, that can be purchased as part of a shop at the Sleaford Community Grocers.

It’s amazing to see what can happen when people come together. Chop, Chat & Change isn’t just about preparing food — it’s about community, friendship, learning new skills, reducing food waste and making a difference together. ❤️

🌟 Fancy joining our amazing team?

We currently have places available on Friday afternoons and would love to welcome some new faces!

If you’d like to find out more, please contact Paul at:

📧 [email protected]

Come along, get involved, have a laugh and make a difference! 💚

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16/09/2026

Chop, Chat & Change is hitting the headlines this week. A case study of the wonderful work our volunteers do has been published by North Kesteven District Council. https://www.n-kesteven.gov.uk/climate-change/communication-engagement/community-climate-case-studies

The article identifies how Chop, Chat & Change reduces food waste, minimises food miles and generally supports our wonderful community.

27/08/2026

White choc chip cookie cheesecake in the chiller today 🤍

21/08/2026

Please support the Mosaic Youth Hub whenever you do a Tesco shop!

Mosaic Youth Hub are in the customer vote for a Tesco Fruit & Veg grants. It’s a scheme which gives community projects like them grants of up to £1,500. Tesco customers will now vote in the Sleaford store during August-November to decide how much funding we get, so please support us next time you shop at Tesco!

20/08/2026

☀️ Chop, Chat & Change is BACK! 🥕💚

We hope you’ve all been enjoying the summer! After a couple of weeks’ rest, the Chop, Chat & Change team are back in full force — and what a week it’s been! 🎉

There’s been plenty of celebrating, laughter, friendship and productivity as the group got back together. We even had a very special birthday to celebrate, with the group coming together to surprise one of our lovely members with a little celebration of our own! 🎂🥳❤️

Of course, the team have also been busy putting their skills to good use and producing another fantastic selection of food packs. This week you’ll find freshly prepared Potato Wedges and Vegetable Stir-Fry Mixes in the fridges at the Sleaford Community Grocers . 🥔🥦🥕

But Chop, Chat & Change is about so much more than preparing food. It’s a real community — people coming together, supporting one another, having fun, sharing a few laughs and making a positive difference in their community. 💚

As always a big thank you to North Kesteven District Council for their ongoing support and the inspiration and vision of GoGro CIC. A huge well done to everyone involved. It’s fantastic to have you back! 👏

22/07/2026

💚 What a fantastic couple of weeks at Chop, Chat & Change! 🥕🥔🥦

Our incredible team of volunteers have been busy creating a whole variety of healthy, ready-to-use products for the Sleaford Community Grocers, transforming surplus and donated produce into affordable food that can be enjoyed by local people rather than going to waste.

From preparing fresh vegetables and colourful stir fry mixes to our ever-popular flavoured wedges and freezer packs, the team have worked tirelessly with enthusiasm, dedication and plenty of community spirit. 🌶️🍟

Of course, it wouldn't be Chop, Chat & Change without lots of laughter along the way... and even the odd sing-along and a little dancing! 🎶💃 It's these moments that make the sessions so special, bringing people together, building friendships and proving that tackling food waste can be fun too.

A huge thank you to North Kesteven District Councilfor their continued support, GoGro CIC for the inspiration behind the project, and, most importantly, to our amazing volunteers. Your commitment, kindness and hard work make this project what it is. 👏💚

If you'd like to get involved, we'd love to welcome you! Our sessions take place at the Mosaic Youth Hub every:
📅 Wednesday: 10:00am–12:00pm
📅 Friday: 1:00pm–3:00pm

The team will be taking a well-deserved summer break next week, but we'll be back soon, refreshed and ready to continue making a difference together.

14/07/2026

TODAY IS THE DAY...to do your shop at Sleaford Community Grocers!!!

30/06/2026

Last week at Chop, Chat & Change, the amazing volunteers braved the heat to make a range of wedges and stir fry packs. These are now available in the Sleaford Community Grocers fridges as part of your shop. These volunteers continue to work hard to reduce food waste and make a difference in their community. Thank you as always to North Kesteven District Council for their ongoing support, to GoGro CIC for the inspiration and guidance and to Mosaic Youth Hub for the venue.

26/06/2026

Due to the extreme heat, we will not be having a Chop, Chat & Change session this afternoon.