Collaboration with Disability Focus
We are pleased to share that Simon Tickner continues to spearhead the community micro-enterprise project in Devon, now as an employee of local organisation Disability Focus. For those currently managing or interested in establishing a community micro-enterprise dedicated to providing help and care for older and disabled people, please contact Simon at his new email … Read more
Update on the Community Catalysts project in BANES
In the UK, there are hundreds of community micro-enterprises who offer different support and services. Often, they combine their talents or interests so there is everything from arts and crafts, hairdressing, animal care, and holistic therapies, to companionship, support with personal care, help around the home, and gardening – and this is just to give … Read more
Update on the Rhondda Project
As we approach Saint David’s Day, it’s great to see that in 2024 we have already supported four community micro-enterprises to launch and support more people in RCT. The project is growing steadily as more people look to set up micro-enterprises to provide care and support in local communities. If this is something that interests … Read more
Impact of the Wrexham Project
This month we were delighted to meet with Wrexham Council and Social Care Wales to discuss the impact the project in Wrexham has had, particularly in rural areas. We were joined by micro-enterprises that work in Glyn Ceiriog and Coedpoeth who shared their stories about the impact setting up a micro enterprise has had on … Read more
Celebrating 100 Kent enterprises on Small Good Stuff
100 entrepreneurs in Kent have now successfully completed our development programme and set up their own community micro-enterprise. Community Enterprise Catalysts, Lauren, Nicole, Amy and Katy, celebrate its success. We are delighted to celebrate this milestone. These community micro-enterprises support people to lead a good life across the county. They offer care and support to … Read more
How Community Catalysts are helping people to live a good life
What is a good life? This question will mean different things to different people which is an important thing to consider. We’re all unique and what a good life looks like to one person may be completely different for another. Community Catalysts recognises the importance of living a good life, and that is why they … Read more
Successful micro-enterprise launch event
The micro-enterprise launch event at the All Nations Centre in Cardiff on 31st January was a huge success. The majority of Cardiff’s micro-enterprises (those who have launched or are currently on the Development Programme) turned up to mingle. Speakers included Gemma Robinson and Khalid Osman from Cardiff Council, Daniel Azzopardi from Dewis Centre for Independent … Read more
New Year, New Career?
It’s that time of year where many of us are thinking of the future and perhaps considering making changes both in our personal and professional lives. If you are thinking of making changes to support your family and community, why not get in touch with Fran from Community Catalysts? Community Catalysts offer a free Development … Read more
Start Your Own Care or Support Enterprise
Happy 2024! If your New Year’s resolution was to create a new care or support enterprise which can help people in your local community, then Community Catalysts are here to support you with that. No previous experience in care is necessary, but you must be a ‘people person’. If you already offer this sort of … Read more
New Year … New Enterprise?
Happy 2024! If your New Year’s resolution was to create a new care enterprise which can help people in your local community to thrive, then Community Catalysts are here to support you with our Development Programme. No previous experience in care is necessary, but if you do, that’s good too. Existing micro-enterprises are also welcome … Read more