Rugby Communities

11/09/2026

Young person leaving home? Make sure they stay safe and well with these tips

Warwickshire services are helping young people leaving home for the first time to have a safe and healthy start. For many young people, this will be the first time they will live independently, whether they’re a student, apprentice or starting in the world of work - and this can sometimes be far away from home.

Warwickshire services are helping young people leaving home for the first time to have a safe and healthy start. For many young people, this will be the first

11/09/2026

Warwickshire County Council launches free webinar to support parents of new drivers
Passing the driving test is just the beginning of the journey for Warwickshire’s newly qualified drivers.
To help keep the county’s newest motorists safe, we are inviting parents, carers, and young drivers to attend a free, interactive webinar on Thursday, 1 October 2026.

Passing the driving test is just the beginning of the journey for Warwickshire’s newly qualified drivers. To help keep the county’s newest mo

11/09/2026

We have resumed fridge and freezer collections at recycling centres.We are pleased to announce that you can once again dispose of fridges and freezers at Household Waste Recycling Centres across the county.
Residents are being asked to note that capacity remains limited and are encouraged to consider the alternative disposal options, outlined below, where it is possible.

Warwickshire County Council has announced that residents can once again dispose of fridges and freezers at Household Waste Recycling Centres (HWRCs) across the

11/09/2026

Drugs and alcohol recovery month this September

September is Recovery Month. The monthlong campaign is an opportunity to celebrate the achievements, resilience and progress of the people we support. Whether you're offering encouragement during a difficult time, helping someone take their first steps into treatment, supporting them through challenges, or celebrating their successes, you make a genuine difference to people's lives every day.

Every conversation, every act of kindness, and every moment spent helping someone feel seen, heard and hopeful has an impact.

This Recovery Month, we celebrate the strength, courage and achievements of the people we support, while also recognising the difference we make by being part of their recovery journeys.

Change, Grow, Live (CGL), Warwickshire has a fantastic programme of activities planned across the month for anyone who is seeking help with recovery.

Please encourage anyone who needs help to get involved and let them know that they are genuinely welcome to attend.

Online Welcome Drop-Ins (Microsoft Teams)

Wednesday 23 September, 12pm
Join: Online Welcome Drop-In on Microsoft Teams /
Meeting ID: 322 118 683 243 251 Passcode: Qt7mQ94E

These informal sessions are designed for people who are new to CGL or would like to learn more about their services.

This is a chance to find out about available support and ask any questions individuals may have. There is no pressure to speak or share personal information. People are welcome to simply join, listen and find out more.

Recovery Celebration and Open Day Friday 11 September - Recovery Hub, Rugby A welcoming event giving people the opportunity to meet staff, connect with others, hear stories of hope, discover available support and celebrate recovery together.

Gail Porter CGL Live Interview Screening Tuesday 15 September, 1pm The screening will be shown across Change Grow Live hubs as part of their Recovery Month programme.

Nuneaton Speaker Event Wednesday 16 September, 12pm, The Saints Building An opportunity to hear real recovery stories, connect with others and share messages of hope.

Leamington Speaker Event Friday 25 September, 11am, An opportunity to hear real recovery stories, connect with others and share messages of hope.

Open Family Support Session, Wednesday 30 September, 5.30pm to 7.30pm, Rugby An informal face-to-face drop-in session for families and friends to ask questions, connect with others and learn more about the ongoing support available to them.

Please take the opportunity to talk to friends, family members, colleagues and neighbours and encourage them to attend anything that feels right for them. For someone who is anxious, new to treatment, or unsure about engaging, simply attending an event, joining a Teams session, or dropping in to say hello could be an important first step.

For more information, please visit www.changegrowlive.org/ and please find further information around support for drugs and alcohol, please visit https://www.warwickshire.gov.uk/health-wellbeing/drug-alcohol-services-warwickshire-pathways

Drugs and alcohol support services

11/09/2026

💙 TODAY IS WORLD SU***DE PREVENTION DAY. BUT WHAT ABOUT TOMORROW?

Today, people across the world will talk about su***de.

They’ll share statistics.
They’ll share helplines.
They’ll remind people to check in on their mates.

And all of that matters.

But tomorrow morning, the people who were struggling today may still be struggling.

And the day after that.

Mental health and su***de prevention don’t matter for just one day of the year. They matter for all 365.

That’s why Back & Forth exists.

Our walks aren’t therapy sessions. Nobody is expected to turn up and pour their heart out. Sometimes it’s simply a few blokes going for a walk, having a laugh, grabbing a coffee and knowing they’re not on their own.

And we want to make that available to more men, in more communities.

🥾 So today, we’re asking for your help.

We’re looking for volunteer Walk Leaders in new areas who could help us establish a Back & Forth walk in their community.

You don’t need to be a counsellor.
You don’t need mental health qualifications.
You don’t need to have all the answers.

You just need to care, be willing to show up and help us create somewhere men feel welcome.

Because su***de prevention isn’t only about what happens when somebody reaches crisis.

It’s also about connection. Friendship. Belonging. Getting out of the house. Having somewhere to go. And knowing somebody will notice when you don’t show up.

Today is important.

But so are the other 364 days.

Maybe bringing a Back & Forth walk to your town could make one of those days a little easier for somebody.

📧 [email protected]
Or simply message the page for a chat.

Could your town be next?

Walk. Talk. Support. Repeat.
One Step At A Time. 💙

10/09/2026

09/09/2026

A new £500,000 pot of funding for voluntary groups is available to support activities which improve financial resilience - https://www.warwickshire.gov.uk/managing-money-debt/crisis-resilience-fund-crf/2

Community and voluntary organisations across Warwickshire are invited to apply for a share of £500,000 through Warwickshire County Council's new Crisis and Resilience Community Grant Fund.

The fund will support projects that help residents become more financially resilient and reduce the risk of future financial hardship.

Find out more and apply: https://orlo.uk/J9jkw