Charities

Local charity, Exeter Community Initiatives has appointed Katie Holland as its new Chief Executive.

Katie takes up her role on 21 November, succeeding Steven Chown who has stepped down after six years.

ECI works in Exeter and across Devon helping people facing poverty, inequality and homelessness to get their lives back on track. It does this by involving them in community projects to improve their mental, emotional and physical wellbeing, increase their sense of belonging and provide skills to help them succeed in life.

Under Katie’s leadership ECI will...

In Devon, approximately 135,000 people look after someone who couldn’t manage without their help and receive no payment for it. Some are new to caring, while others have cared for a family member, friend or neighbour for some time. It’s an invaluable role but carers often feel alone or unsupported, particularly in light of the current cost-of-living crisis.

Devon Carers, part of Westbank Community Health and Care, is hosting a free Information and Advice Fair specifically for unpaid carers on Carers Rights Day. The event will take place on Thursday 24th November at the Exeter...

Local charity, Exeter Community Initiatives (ECI), is seeking views on how it can work together with other charities to best support people during the cost- of-living crisis.

The charity works in Exeter and across Devon, helping people facing poverty, inequality and homelessness to get their lives back on track. It does this by involving them in community projects to improve their mental, emotional and physical wellbeing, increase their sense of belonging and provide skills to help them succeed in life.

ECI, along with other charities, will face increased demand over the...

Westbank Community Health and Care, based in Exminster, has opened its doors to local people as part of a new initiative to provide a warm and welcoming space to those challenged by the continual rise in the cost of living.

Mindful that many members of the local community are struggling as a result of the recent hike in their household bills, the charity has launched its Warmwell at Westbank initiative at its premises near Exeter.

The former Seedlings Cafe has been transformed into a comfortable, cosy space with a lounge and dining area where people can drop in for...