We're proud to be supporting #RuralHousingWeek, a week-long campaign led by National Housing Federation discussing the #HousingCrisis in #rural communities, and what can be done about it. Look out for blogs, videos and more!

#Ruralhousingweek Barley Herts, a lovely village with a long history and what a village hall! Thanks to Barley Parish Council for hosting and English Rural 🏡 for exploring how beautiful places like Barley can be supported by providing affordable housing for local people.

Help with managing the cost of living - find out what support you can get from Herts CC website. Information from Central Govt., District or Boroughs Councils, Herts Help, & Citizens Advice bit.ly/3K4O3G2 Hertfordshire County Council

If you need help with the cost of living & don't know where to turn, contact HertsHelp. Trained advisors can offer free confidential assistance & can put you in touch with relevant services and local support. 0300 123 4044 [email protected] bit.ly/3rA37Fs HertsHelp

See what support is available from the Government to help with the cost of living and see how to save money with energy saving tips. bit.ly/3Q44XJ0

Visit one of Herts County Council Community Spaces this summer - dozens of public spaces are throwing open their doors so you can socialise & enjoy activities in a safe, cool area. Free transport can be booked if you need help getting there. bit.ly/3Y06q4T Hertfordshire County Council

What do you think about local voluntary and community services? Whether or not you use these services, Herts County Council want to hear about your views & experiences so please take the time to complete this survey bit.ly/3Q67kLj Hertfordshire County Council

The Carers in Herts Reading Group's next meeting will be online on Aug 10th from 10.30 to 11.30am discussing ‘A Monster Calls’ by Patrick Ness. Even those who haven't read the book are welcome to join to help choose new books for the future bit.ly/3NXDIgc Carers in Herts

Here at Herts Community Development Action our activities range from rural digital inclusion to play areas & affordable housing. Here's Rushna Miah talking on Mix 92.6 about what the organisation does and why it is so important. bit.ly/3OvjNa5 Mix 92.6

Carers in Hertfordshire have learning opportunities for unpaid carers - including Paper Flowers Craft Workshop in Hertford, a St Albans Cathedral Tour or an online "Managing Emotions Mindfully" course. Click here for further info bit.ly/3DqUmA5 Carers in Herts

We would love to hear your views on Herts Village Hall internet connectivity. The Rural Internet Research Survey is a joint CDA / University of Hertfordshire project. We'd also welcome views on non rural community buildings connectivity. Survey ends 4/8. bit.ly/3OBo5N9

North Herts & Stevenage CVS have teamed up with Letchworth G City Heritage Foundation & North Herts Council to bring you Community Connections. These are 1-2-1 appointments where voluntary or community groups can get expert advice. Book your FREE appt by email: [email protected]

A 2nd blow to our Community Garden After arson damage to our polytunnel cost over £600 we have had a break in at our storage unit The garden is run by volunteers & receives no funding & we continue to have problems with both raising money for ongoing repairs & constant vandalism.

We said a sad farewell to our CEO of 17yrs Kate Belinis. A party was so well attended we had to have a book for messages as no card was big enough. Lots of cake eaten, gifts given, speeches made. Thank you Kate for all you have done for CDA Herts & for being such a great boss.

After 2 devasting incidents St Albans Community Garden (an arson attack & a break in) have set up a #Crowdfund appeal to replace damaged & stolen items. If we raise £2500 it will be match funded. Please share this post & link, & donate if you can. ♥️ crowdfunder.co.uk/p/community-ga…

Many voices working together with purpose. That’s the theme for this week as it’s #TrusteesWeek. If you would like to get involved in supporting a #community organisation let us know

Do you have a passion for your local area? Ever wondered what it would be like to be a radio presenter? There is a volunteering opportunity at Mix 92.6 in an area from Hemel Hempstead to St Albans & Hatfield Find out more at mix926.com/team-role/radi…

A big thank you to everyone who has donated to our #crowdfunding campaign so far, we are very close to our target and hope that the sponsored walk tomorrow will get us over the line. Fingers crossed for good weather 🌞crowdfunder.co.uk/p/community-ga…

If your heating is #offgrid Join the CDA Oil Buying Group we are a non profit organisation. we negotiate a much lower price per litre by ordering in bulk. & you arrange payment & a delivery time that suits you. bit.ly/38ileRv

We are running Connected Communities Events & competitions, across the county. Cultural entertainment, Community speakers & stalls selling cultural crafts & products. See below for details or contact [email protected]