Council launches Welcoming Spaces
Posted on : 12 Jan 2023
In recognition of the difficulties that residents are facing as a result of the ongoing Cost of Living crisis, Caerphilly County Borough Council in partnership with the community and voluntary sector is developing a network of Welcoming Spaces (also known as Warm Hubs) across the county borough.
Cllr Sean Morgan, Leader of Council said “We know how much residents are already struggling with rising prices across the board, and this network of Welcoming Spaces is just a part of our response.
Each Welcoming Space may look different, whether they choose to offer activities, support or even hot food and drink – but all will share the ethos of offering a warm place and a friendly face this winter.
Spaces include libraries, community centres, church halls, sports clubs and other places promising a warm welcome to anyone struggling to heat their home. For a full list go to our website
The Council is committed to supporting residents through the worst cost of living crisis in a generation. We will continue to work with our partners in the housing, voluntary and community sectors to do everything we can to support our communities.”
If you represent a community group and would like to receive more information on how to become part of our Welcoming Space network, including an application pack for additional funding to support the development of your Welcoming Space, please contact the Caerphilly Cares team – email: caerphillycares@caerphilly.gov.uk / Tel: 01443 811490.
If you are an organisation already offering a Warm Space, please tell us about your facilities and services email: caerphillycares@caerphilly.gov.uk or call 01443 811490.so we can add your venue to the directory and let residents know about you.
Welcoming Spaces are totally free to use and will provide a warm welcome to all.