CAVS runs a yearly calendar of high quality key calendar events designed to support individuals, volunteers and business representatives. The variety and scope of activities on offer is wide-ranging, with opportunities to network and help each other. We also run a number of enjoyable community groups at our Benfleet and Canvey Island office locations and places must be booked in advance.
Walk, Talk and Be Healthy
Every Tuesday, Outside Main Front of the Castle Point Council Offices, 10am-12pm
Put Your Best Foot Forward and come along to our lovely Benfleet Waking Group, where you’ll meet friendly people to join up with and walk. It’s a great way to make new friends and discover the great places on your very own doorstep. All are welcome. Walks are not strenuous and suitable for most.
Ageless Inspiration
Every Monday, Runnymede Leisure Centre, Cafe’ 2pm-3.30pm
This community social group comes together to play card games and fun activities in an informal setting, with time for chat and refreshments, supporting each other in a relaxed environment.
Bereavement Support Groups
Every Other Thursday, Benfleet Office 1pm-2.30pm & Every Other Monday, Canvey Office 10am-11.30am
Losing someone we love can feel overwhelming, and it’s not always easy to talk about grief with those around us. CAVS is running local Bereavement Support Groups, offering a safe, understanding space where you can share your feelings, listen to others, and find comfort in knowing you’re not alone.
The group is facilitated by a former Cruse Bereavement Counsellor, bringing warmth, experience, and compassion to gently guide conversations and provide support. Whether you want to talk or simply be in the company of others who understand, you’ll be welcomed.
You don’t have to face grief on your own—come along and take a step towards healing, together.
Losing someone we love can feel overwhelming, and it’s not always easy to talk about grief with those around us. CAVS Bereavement Support Groups, offer a safe, understanding space where you can share your feelings, listen to others, and find comfort in knowing you’re not alone.
The group is facilitated by a former Cruse Bereavement Counsellor, bringing warmth, experience, and compassion to gently guide conversations and provide support. Whether you want to talk or simply be in the company of others who understand, you’ll be welcomed.
You don’t have to face grief on your own—come along and take a step towards healing, together.
My Weight Matters
Every Thursday 10am-12pm
At CAVS Canvey Island Office, Third Avenue, SS8 9SU
If you are struggling to manage your weight, the award winning My Weight Matters popular programme can help steer you on the right path to weight loss. No fad diets, the programme follows NHS guidance and offers individual support to keep you on track to your desired weight loss. Drop-in, get weighed and update your information pack.
For further details, please contact: 01268 214 000
Flash Parenting
Starting Monday 6th October 2025, 6pm-8pm, Five-Week Duration
Via Zoom
This group course is ideal for parents/carers of a young person who is exhibiting self-harming behaviour. It aims to create better communication and personal relationships.
Flash is a course for parents to learn practical skills, over 10 weekly sessions.
This engaging course delivers useful and informative information:
- Explanation of self-harming and how to relate to it
- Demonstration of the developmental processes
- Practical strategies and management of
- Improving listening, praise and encouragement skills
- Setting realistic expectations of parents/carer
For more information or to book your place, contact CAVS: 01268 214 000, or email: familymentoring@cavsorg.uk
CAVS Computer Training
Every Thursday 10am-12pm
At CAVS, Castle Point Borough Council, Kiln Road, Benfleet, Essex, SS7 1TF.
Places for the FREE computer training must be booked in advance. Personal laptops or tablets can be brought and used. Use of office devices are also available for the session.
This is an online course in partnership with ‘Learn My Way’, covering subjects such as the internet, using online banking, accessing online healthcare and public services, understanding and using social media, job searching and applying for jobs online.
To find out more information, please call 01268 214 000 or email: office@cavsorg.uk
