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    Halton and St Helens is packed full of amazing people working together to tackle the issues that affect our community: from food poverty to mental health.

    Our member organisations make a difference to thousands of people every single day and HSHVCA supports them with invaluable training, advice and representation.

    We provide them with practical help that could help your organisation thrive, too - from support in recruiting and managing volunteers, raising funds, to advice on governance and setting up financial systems.

    We are proud to connect more than 2,500 charities, community groups and social enterprises with the thousands of people who need them.

    Find out how you can tap into our wealth of knowledge and experience - whether you are an organisation or a resident of Halton or St Helens looking to access some of the best services and groups.

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    What do you love doing? What do you need help with? Want to make new friends or learn new skills? Or simply want to be part of the community?
    We have something for everyone right here in our extensive  community directory
    It makes it easy for you to navigate the huge amount of organisations that make Halton and St Helens such great places to live.

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    Recent Updates

    National Smile Week

    All Together Smiling Programme launches oral health roadshow across Cheshire and Merseyside

      Children and families across Cheshire and Merseyside will have the chance to learn about oral health in a fun and interactive way as part of a special oral health engagement roadshow taking place during National Smile Month. The… more…
    Digital Switchover

    Digital Voice - Hale Event

      Landlines in the UK are going digital by 2027. Although the landline isn’t going away, you might have questions or would like to know more about this industry-wide change.  A Digital Switchover Information Drop-in event,… more…
    Community, Widnes

    Catalyst Supports The Local Community

      Catalyst Science Discovery Centre and Museum in Widnes is excited to announce the launch of a new initiative designed to support residents in their local community. Throughout the month of June, Catalyst will be introducing a… more…

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    5k The Centre Way 2025

    Paid

    '5K The Centre Way' is a community activity where anyone can join in, in any way they can. This includes, walking, jogging, running, those with mobility aids such as mobility scooters and wheelchairs.

    It is a fun family day where we bring together local groups, individuals…

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    5k The Centre Way 2025

    Paid

    '5K The Centre Way' is a community activity where anyone can join in, in any way they can. This includes, walking, jogging, running, those with mobility aids such as mobility scooters and wheelchairs.

    It is a fun family day where we bring together local groups, individuals…

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    30th Anniversary Open Day

    Free

    We welcome you to visit our Centre for a special 30th Anniversary Open Day on Thursday 15th May.
    We will be showcasing the history of our work and have a very special guest, Dee Graal – the original co-founder of our organisation, who will be here throughout the day to chat to. Dee is now a…

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