York CVS Social Prescribing Stroll. Wednesday 12 August 2026 12.45pm, meet at the back entrance of the New Earswick Folk Hall (near the post office) We will be meting at 12:30 for a 12:40 set off - come and join us for a social stroll while looking out for helpful services in the area!

VCSE funding opportunity: Green Community Grants Programme The Wildlife Trusts is offering funding for community organisations working on nature recovery, climate action & improving access to nature-rich spaces. Applications open: 30 Sept – 21 Oct 2026 More info: https://ow.ly/KGtQ50ZoRiL

Healthwatch York’s Annual Report 2025–26 is now available. Speaking up for better care shares how local people’s experiences have helped shape conversations about health and care services across York. https://ow.ly/Tc8150ZoftQ

Would you recognise the signs and symptoms of cancer? Humber and North Yorkshire Cancer Alliance is offering free online Cancer Champion Awareness Sessions to help people spot possible signs of cancer, understand screening programmes and support earlier diagnosis. Book: https://ow.ly/2CNc50ZoQYQ

The Renters’ Rights Act introduces changes to renting in England, including tenancy agreements, rent increases, eviction rules and requests to keep pets. New resources are available to help renters, landlords and community organisations understand what’s changing. https://ow.ly/kyaz50ZoQIW

A festival of wellbeing is coming to Priory Street Centre this Saturday! Free entry Priory Street Centre, 15 Priory Street, YO1 6ET 18/7/26 11:30am - 4pm More information: https://fb.me/e/8C2XNeEwG

Have you experienced waiting for CAMHS, mental health support or neurodivergence assessment? Healthwatch York wants to hear from young people, families & professionals Young people: smartsurvey.co.uk/s/camhscyp26/ Families: smartsurvey.co.uk/s/CAMHS26/ Professionals: smartsurvey.co.uk/s/SENCO26/

York Talk Money Fortnight: Community Drop-Ins Community Drop-In sessions take place in many parts of the city and at times to suit everyone. No appointment needed - just find a session near you: https://ow.ly/3Btu50ZnK2e Please share with anyone who may find this useful.

A new support service for women across York & North Yorkshire has launched Flourish offers trauma-informed, person-centred support through one-to-one sessions, group work and drop-ins. Delivered by St Giles, Changing Lives & Waythrough, women can self-refer or access support through local services

Our Social Prescribing team runs a range of groups and activities to help people connect, build confidence & support their wellbeing. These photos are from our monthly Craft Group at York Art Gallery for people accessing our Social Prescribing service. Learn more: https://ow.ly/6z6Z50ZmRpZ

Could your building host a special anniversary mural? YMTA is looking for a location for a permanent mural celebrating 70 years of the York–Münster twinning partnership in 2027. Looking for a visible exterior wall or surface in York. Contact: yorkmuensterassociation@gmail.com

Support is available for autistic and ADHD adults (18+) in York, including those waiting for a diagnosis. Daisy Chain’s needs-led service offers: • Advice and information • Peer-support drop-ins • 1:1 appointments • Autism and ADHD courses • Connections to local support https://ow.ly/s7V650ZlZLz

York Talk Money Fortnight (6–17 July) will focus on financial support available for families. Find out more about HAF, Universal Credit changes, Free School Meals and Healthy Start support. Family drop-in event: 📅 Sun 12 July ⏰ 10.30am–3pm 📍 York Community Stadium https://ow.ly/sYMq50ZlZy3

A reminder that Meaningful Places takes place tomorrow (Thursday 9 July) in York. Join businesses, charities, public sector organisations, universities and communities to explore how collaboration can create stronger, more inclusive local economies. Book: https://ow.ly/ZBbs50ZlwAW

A new report from Good Organisation explores how York residents view the city's visitor economy. More than 1,000 residents took part, with 92% supporting an overnight visitor levy: outsideinfluence.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/GO-YORK-TOURISM-LEVY-REPORT-Resident-Perspectives-JUN2026.pdf

Ben's Top Tip for Co-Production: "Make it a lanyard-free zone." Lanyards can reinforce hierarchy before conversations even begin. Remove them and people meet as people first, bringing lived experience and professional expertise together as equals. Small change. Big difference. #CoProductionWeek

Here's just some examples of co-production in action in #York : • Young people shaping services • New Mental Health Hub co-design • National presentations • Lived experience on interview panels • Neurodivergent communities shaping funding ➡️ https://yorkcvs.org.uk/co-production-week-2026/

Meet Ben, York CVS' Co-Production Champion. His mission? Making sure lived experience sits alongside professional expertise to shape better services. Because every voice matters. https://yorkcvs.org.uk/co-production-week-2026/ #CoProductionWeek2026 #CoProWeek2026 #CoProduction #YorkCVS

Closing tomorrow at 9am - Small Grants for Neurodivergent Community Projects in York Grants of up to £500 and up to £1k for local VCSE organisations. Apply here - https://yorkcvs.org.uk/vcse-small-grants-fund-for-neurodivergent-community-projects/ #VCSEFunding #VCSESupportYork

Looking for a role where you can help shape the future of mental health services in York? We're recruiting a Co-Production Champion 30 hours | £25,732.57 Champion lived experience, influence service design, and help make a real difference. Apply: yorkcvs.livevacancies.co.uk/#/job/details/26

We're looking for a passionate, compassionate, and highly motivated individual to join our Social Prescribing team at York CVS: ➡️Social Prescriber – Dementia Programme Find out more and apply here - yorkcvs.livevacancies.co.uk/#/job/details/21 #YorkJobs #HealthAndCareJobs #YorkCVS

Co-production isn't asking for feedback at the end. It's designing services with people from the very beginning. Lived experience is expertise. Read our blog on Co-Production: https://yorkcvs.org.uk/co-production-week-2026/ #CoProductionWeek2026 #CareEquity #CoProWeek2026 #YorkVS

It's #CoProductionWeek! This year's theme is Care Equity. All week we'll be sharing how people with lived experience are helping shape mental health services across York, plus practical co-production ideas you can use yourself. Read more in our blog: yorkcvs.org.uk/co-production-week-2026/

We're looking for a passionate, compassionate, and highly motivated individual to join our Social Prescribing team at York CVS: ➡️Social Prescriber – Dementia Programme Find out more and apply here - https://yorkcvs.livevacancies.co.uk/#/ #YorkJobs #HealthAndCareJobs

Thinking of applying to the VCSE Small Grants Fund for Neurodivergent Community Projects? Join our final in-person drop-in Monday 29 June 10–11.30am, for application support, advice & answers to your questions. Book now: eventbrite.co.uk/e/in-person-drop-in-support-sessions-tickets-1990305411062

Are you considering applying for the VCSE Small Grants Fund for Neurodivergent Community Projects? Join one of our informal online or in person drop-in sessions on 29 June. Find out more and book your place - https://yorkcvs.org.uk/vcse-small-grants-fund-for-neurodivergent-community-projects/

As a member of the Humber and North Yorkshire VCSE Collaborative, we’re pleased to share the VCSE Collaborative: Project Overview (2022–2026) report. Read the full report: https://yorkcvs.org.uk/vcse-collaborative-shares-overview-report-showcasing-its-collective-work-and-achievements/

Join us for a social stroll TOMORROW to meet our York CVS Social Prescribing Team. 🕰️We will be meeting at 12.45pm (if you can aim to be there for a 12.50 set off). Have a nice stroll around the Acomb area looking out for helpful services while also socialising!

Free Community Climate Conference - 11 July, 10am - 4pm, Friargate Quaker Meeting House Join community groups, climate organisations, local leaders and residents from across York and North Yorkshire. Book your place - https://book.plinth.org.uk/e/jYlqnIO6Y9ghJ89Iqwyi

VCSE Funding Alert! Got an idea to support neurodivergent people in your community? Whether you already support neurodivergent people or you’re just getting started, we’d love to hear from you. Find out more - https://yorkcvs.org.uk/vcse-small-grants-fund-for-neurodivergent-community-projects/