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The Hub Network
HUBs are one of our solutions. We’ve developed three HUBs in Cornish communities. HUBs are safe, welcoming spaces in the heart of communities, where people of all ages come for a chat. HUBs bring together support services: health, social care, financial and careers advice, wellbeing support, and signposting services. We run high-quality activities, workshops, and training to promote engagement, wellbeing, and skill development, including exercise classes, educational workshops, and art and cultural activities. The HUB Network enables shared learning and resources, creating resilient community infrastructures that improve the wider determinants of health and increase enterprise.
Perranporth Community Hub
The Perranporth Hub was set up to combat loneliness and isolation, and support people to reengage in work, employment, training, and the community. We’ve created a safe space for people of all ages to come and feel part of their community, seek out advice and guidance, get involved in curated activities and develop a range of skills. We have connected with numerous partners and offer an array of educational and inspirational activities to the community. It has been successful in fostering a shared sense of belonging, increasing engagement and enabling self-management. The HUB is becoming more sustainable through the involvement and training of local volunteers.
Ponsanooth Well-being Hub
The Ponsanooth Well-being Hub was started in February 2023 and is being delivered once a month in the Ponsanooth village, led by Imagine If Partnership and supported by Volunteer Cornwall and the Royal Voluntary Service (RVS). The aim is to increase social interaction to reduce isolation and loneliness, improve access to regular health care and help people manage their own health needs and better respond to those around them. Communities are vital places of support and care; the hubs aim to enhance this.
Chacewater Health and Well-being Hub​
The aim of the Hub is to provide a place where people who are isolated in their communities can come together to connect with others, enjoy recreation activities, and seek health and wellbeing advice. We offer a welcoming place on your doorstep which can make a huge difference to people. Through the Hubs you can develop a variety of skills and techniques to manage your health and wellbeing and connect with your community. Regular activities have included: Tai Chi, Armchair Yoga, Dancing, and Crafts. The Hubs have links to our Pain Cafes and our Farming Health Hub.