We're Recruiting!
Are you interested in working with the Chinbrook Community? We are looking for a new Community Project Worker who is a dedicated, enthusiastic and friendly individual to work with the resident led partnership and support the implementation of the ChART Big Local Plan. The post will be employed by CVSBEH.
The successful candidate will have some knowledge and understanding of community based projects, engaging residents and implementing a programme of community projects. Knowledge of the local area is desirable.
Please see Paid Work Opportunity with CVSBEH to further information and how to apply. Application closing date is 30th March 2022.
Pilates with Penny
Mondays 11am – 11.45am
Pilates is for everyone! Not only does it strengthen your core , it gives you greater mobility and balance in your body.
Local instructor Penny's classes are open to all levels and combine a mixture of strengthening, stretching and mobilising, leaving you feeling amazing!
Classes are at WG Grace Centre and are free to ChART residents (£5 for non-residents). Mats are provided (but feel free to bring your own) and wear something comfortable.
Drop in on Mondays to join (please arrive 15min before the class to complete a health questionnaire)
South London Healthy Homes
Do you struggle with energy bills?
They can offer free help to anyone living in South London who is over 65, on a low income or has long term health conditions or disability. Their friendly team can make your home warmer, saving you money and improving your health.
For free help call: 0808 169 1779
or visit : www.cact.org.uk/swtw
Community Connections
is a social prescribing service, supporting adults in Lewisham who are looking to improve their health and wellbeing.
They can help you find local services and
groups. Call 0330 058 3464
www.communityconnectionslewisham.org
Pilates from 28th February
Mondays 11am – 11.45am
Pilates is for everyone! Not only does it strengthen your core , it gives you greater mobility and balance in your body.
Local instructor Penny's classes are open to all levels and combine a mixture of strengthening, stretching and mobilising, leaving you feeling amazing!
Classes are at WG Grace Centre and are free to ChART residents (£5 for non-residents). Mats are provided (but feel free to bring your own) and wear something comfortable.
Register by contacting info@chartbiglocal.org.uk
or 020 8851 0174 or drop in on Mondays (please arrive 15min before the class to complete a health questionnaire)
Are you a website developer?
We are redeveloping our website and need your help. We want to refresh and develop the ChART website (www.chartbiglocal.org.uk) to make it more userfriendly and easier to edit. If you are interested in bidding for this piece of work then get in touch to receive the tender document - kate@chartbiglocal.org.uk or call 020 8851 0174
GRANTS OPEN!
Are you a local organisation or person with a great idea on how to improve our area?
ChART are now accepting applications for grants of up to £3000 for projects in our priority areas. Projects must be for Chinbrook residents.
for further details and an application form contact:
kate@chartbiglocal.org.uk / 07494 213577
Exercise & Wellness 2022 - What Would YOU like?
We're busy planning a programme of activities and classes for 2022 - but we need to hear from you!
Is there a class you've always wished you could try?
Or are you a local trainer or coach with a great idea for a community class?
We want to hear from you - contact Victoria with your suggestions: victoria@chartbiglocal.org.uk / 07585 840644
Get out of the house and come and join our welcoming social group on Thursday mornings. We have free tea, coffee and snacks and plenty of good conversation and laughs. Everyone is welcome so give it a try!
We are planning different things each week including pottery painting, collage, card making, weaving, music, dancing, chair yoga, quizzes and Christmas decoration making during December. Activities are decided by group members so if you have an interest to share then let us know!
WG Grace Community Centre, 1 Lions Close, SE9 4HG
and we are delighted that in January we will be welcoming Yoga instructor Geny Galoisi back for seated yoga classes on Thursday 13th & 27th at special extended Coffee Mornings - get 2022 off to the best possible start!
Changes at ChART
Our new Project Manager, Kate Sing'ombe, has joined the ChART team. Kate says "I'm really pleased to join ChART and work on the projects that residents feel are priorities in Chinbrook over the next 2 years. There are some great ideas in the three priority areas: Health and Wellbeing, Youth and Community Investment and Routes out of Poverty. With so much on hold with COVID the team will be working hard to get activities restarted. I'm always keen to hear from residents about what they think we should be working on. Please do get in touch kate@chartbiglocal.org.uk or 020 8851 0174.
Do you need help with a local issue?
Contact your Grove Park Councillors
cllr_suzannah.clarke@lewisham.gov.uk 020 8314 6944
cllr_colin.elliott@lewisham.gov.uk 07875 092648
cllr_hilary.moore@lewisham.gov.uk 020 8314 7886
See them in person on 1st Saturday of the month at Grove Park Library 10am - 11am
(4th December and then from February 2022).
Yoga with Geny
Join us on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month for a yoga class suitable for all levels. At the WG Grace Community Centre, Lions Close, SE9 4HG from 10am - 11am. Free for anyone in the Chinbrook area, £5 for those outside the area. Next class this Saturday 26th March, just drop in to join. Mats provided.
Learn English
Do you want to learn or improve your English? Classes are free. All levels welcome.
At the WG Grace Community Centre, Lion's Close - Mondays 1pm - 3pm. Just come along on a Monday to join in.
What's On:
Litter Picking
Saturday 9th April 11.30am - 12.30pm
Come and join us as we tidy up our estate. Equipment provided, all ages welcome. Meet at the WG Grace Community Centre at 11.30am - 2nd Saturday of every month
Follow us on social media! Coming up this Spring: Walking Group & African drumming Don't miss out! Get the news first!
Twitter: @ChinbrookAction
Facebook: @ChARTBigLocal
ChART Community Food Project at WG Grace Community Centre
We are hoping to restart our walking group in the New Year. We are looking for more volunteers to train as walk leaders with GCDA in January. If you like walking and meeting new people you could be a walk leader! Contact victoria@chartbiglocal.org.uk
07585 840644 or drop into our Thursday coffee morning for a chat.
Do you want to do something for your local community?
Volunteer with ChART and help make our little corner of the world an even better place.
Even half an hour can make a big difference.
We have a variety of volunteer roles available including:
Street Champions - help to deliver Newsletters and keep your neighbours in Chinbrook up to date. Even just 30min delivering flyers locally and updating noticeboards can make a big difference.
Walk Leaders - help lead our weekly Healthy Walking Group in partnership with GCDA and Ramblers Assemble. Training and support provided.
For more information e-mail: info@chartbiglocal.org.uk
Phoenix Community Housing
Phoenix are taking over the houses and community centre on Monday 29th November. If you need to get in touch to report a repair or discuss rent arrears then contact:
0800 0285 700
You can register for their online portal at by clicking here
WG Grace Tuesday Group
are a group of local over 50s who meet at the WG Grace Centre on Tuesdays.
10am - 12pm Knitting & Craft
1.30pm - 4pm Bingo
Bingo entry is £1 including refreshments.
New members are welcome.