- Thriving Together (2026–2028)
Feeling isolated? Looking for connection, support and a sense of belonging? Thriving Together is a community wellbeing programme designed to bring people together, reduce isolation and create opportunities for personal growth. Through supportive groups, activities and meaningful conversations, we help people build confidence, strengthen relationships and thrive within their communities.
Funded by The National Lottery Community Fund
About Thriving Together
Thriving Together is a 24-month community wellbeing programme delivered by ISA.connect CIC across Chelmsford.
Funded by The National Lottery Community Fund, the programme is designed to reduce isolation, strengthen wellbeing, and create opportunities for meaningful connection. Through welcoming community spaces, supportive activities and personal development opportunities, we help people build confidence, improve resilience and develop stronger support networks.
The programme offers dedicated spaces for women, men and families to connect with others, share experiences, learn new skills and access support in a safe, inclusive and community-led environment.
Whether you are looking to improve your wellbeing, meet new people, gain practical knowledge or simply feel more connected, Thriving Together provides opportunities to grow, belong and thrive.
Funded by The National Lottery Community Fund, made possible thanks to National Lottery players.
Programme Dates: March 2026 – March 2028
Limited spaces available. Register your interest now.
What the Programme Offers
Participants can take part in a range of activities designed to support wellbeing and connection, including:
Connection Spaces
- Women Connection Time
- Men’s Connection Time
- Sunday Catch-Up sessions
Wellbeing & Creativity
- Creative workshops such as Sip & Paint
- Vision board and reflective sessions
- Journalling and personal development activities
Family & Community Activities
- Community picnics
- Afternoon tea gatherings
- Shared intergenerational experiences
Skills & Confidence Building
- Budgeting and financial awareness sessions
- Goal setting workshops
- Practical life skills support
Programme Launch
Thriving Together launched in March 2026 with an International Women’s Afternoon Tea, bringing women together to connect, reflect, and begin the journey of the programme.
This event marked the start of a two-year programme of regular sessions supporting individuals and families across Chelmsford.
What We Aim to Achieve
Thriving Together aims to support participants to:
- Feel less isolated and more connected
- Build confidence and self-belief
- Strengthen relationships and peer support networks
- Develop practical life skills
- Improve overall wellbeing
The programme is shaped by community voice and designed to respond to real local needs.
How We Measure Impact
We are committed to learning and improving throughout the programme.
We measure impact through:
- Attendance tracking
- Participant feedback
- Simple wellbeing measures
- Session reflections
- Stories and case studies (shared with consent)
This helps us understand the difference the programme is making and ensure it continues to meet community needs.
- How We Measure Impact
We will track impact through:
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- Attendance registers
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- Participant feedback
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- Wellbeing scales (baseline + follow-up)
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- Session reports
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- Stories and testimonials (optional)
Funded by The National Lottery Community Fund
Thriving Together is made possible thanks to National Lottery players.
Funding from The National Lottery Community Fund supports ISA.connectCIC to deliver inclusive, community-led programmes that strengthen wellbeing and connection across Chelmsford.
Get Involved
Thriving Together is open to adults and families across Chelmsford who are looking for connection, support, and a sense of community.