The Essex Alliance

27/07/2026

🌟 Winter Ready Event - Tendring 🌟

🌟 Given all the heat over the past 2 months it feels contrary to be thinking about Winter but it is on its way!!

🌟 Our friends at are holding an event on July 28th at the Honeycroft Community Hall, Lawford, CO11 2DY between 10:30am and 1pm.

🌟 It's free to attend and there are lots of different agencies there ready with information and support so do pop along.
For more information call 01255 425692 or email [email protected]

Age Well East - Empowering People To Age Well

27/07/2026

27/07/2026

27/07/2026

24/07/2026

🧩 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗼𝗻 The Essex Map: 𝗗𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗹𝘆 𝗣𝘂𝗯 𝗔𝗳𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗼𝗼𝗻𝘀

Looking for a welcoming place to meet others, enjoy a chat and take part in games and activities?

Blossom Home Care, in partnership with Uttlesford District Council, Alzheimer's Society and local rural pubs, has launched a series of Dementia Friendly Pub Afternoons across Uttlesford.

These free monthly sessions provide a safe, relaxed and familiar environment for people living with dementia, those at risk of social isolation, and their families and carers.

You'll also have the opportunity to access information and support from local organisations and community services.

📅 Held every Wednesday (with a different venue each week)
☕ Free to attend – no booking required
🌐 https://www.essexmap.co.uk/places/dementia-friendly-pub-afternoons/

23/07/2026

𝗔𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮 𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗯, 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗽, 𝗼𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝗘𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘅?

Listing on The Essex Map helps you reach a wider audience and connect with people actively looking to get involved locally. With 15,000+ visitors in 2025, it’s a simple way to increase visibility.

Add your group here: https://www.essexmap.co.uk
or email: [email protected]

22/07/2026

: we're still seeking new volunteer drivers, can you help?

We are seeking volunteer drivers to deliver food parcels to our clients in and around Takeley. *We cover all expenses*

🚗 Do you have your own car?
⏰ Do you have a couple of hours free during the day on weekdays, one day per week?
⭐ Would you like to volunteer with the food bank, making a real difference to people in your area?

✅ If so, we would love to hear from you!

To find out more, please contact our volunteer coordinator, Lesley, on 07503 530164 or email [email protected]

22/07/2026

Help Essex families save money this school year! 🥼

Are you running a second-hand school uniform bank or uniform swap?

We're creating a list of uniform events across Essex and want to include yours.

Share your event details (date, time, and location) in the comment below, or email [email protected]. ⬇️

Please share this post with schools, PTFAs, and community groups so more families can benefit. 📢

22/07/2026

New topic on the E-Portal 🔒

Handling personal data responsibly isn't just about ticking a legal box - it's core to the trust people place in your organisation.

Our new Data Protection section covers:
🔒The basics of UK data protection law
🔒 Key terms explained in plain English
🔒 How data processing applies to community groups and charities
🔒Choosing the right lawful basis for handling personal data

Whether you're reviewing an old privacy policy or starting from scratch, it's a good place to build your understanding.

Explore the topic → https://f.mtr.cool/ivdnvsdjbx

How confident does your organisation feel about data protection?

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