2023

Our offices are closed on Monday 25 and Tuesday 26 December 2023 and Monday 1 January 2024. We will be open and available on all other days (except weekends and Bank Holidays). Our usual opening hours are Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm Our outreach and out-of-hours services are still operating throughout including, bank holidays and weekends. This includes Alpha […]

Friday 1 December is #WorldAIDSDay – a global campaign by the National AIDS Trust, which has been recognised on 1st December every year since 1988. Its aim is to support those living with HIV, remember those who have lost their lives to AIDS-related illness, secure the rights of people living with the condition and continue the

On Saturday, 25 November, we join millions of people and organisations around the world in observing White Ribbon Day, a global movement that aims to end violence against women and girls. White Ribbon Day is not just a date on the calendar, but a symbol of our commitment to create a safer and more equal

As we embark on Safeguarding Adults Week from 20 – 24 November 2023, Catalyst Support continues its commitment to creating a safer and more supportive environment for people in Surrey. This week presents an opportunity to raise awareness of the services Catalyst offers and understand the strong link between safeguarding, mental and physical wellbeing.  Explore

Celebrating Trustees’ Week: Acknowledging the Heart of Charitable Endeavours Trustees’ Week, running from 6-10 November 2023, marks a time of heartfelt gratitude and celebration for the incredible contributions of nearly one million trustees across the UK. These dedicated individuals bring their time, commitment, and efforts to charitable organisations, helping them thrive and make a positive

A New Chapter: Outline Listening Service Relaunches Today to Empower LGBTQ+ Journeys in Catalyst In an effort to champion the LGBTQ+ community’s resilience and courage, the Outline in Catalyst Listening Service is thrilled to announce its re-launch today, Tuesday 31 October. Understanding the critical need for support in personal journeys of sexuality and gender identity,

Financial and Wellbeing Support Service Launches for Surrey Heath Residents In a bid to address the profound impact of financial worries on mental health, Surrey Heath residents can now access a new support service. The Financial and Wellbeing Support Service (FWSS), initiated on 2nd October 2023.  It is a collaborative effort by Citizens Advice Surrey

This September sees the return of Guildford Walkfest, the annual celebration of walking in and around our beautiful area. Walkfest is now in its 16th year and takes place throughout the month of September.  To celebrate, our guided wellbeing walk facilitator and local historian David Rose is hosting a open session for all to get

Remembering those that go unseen Today is International Overdose Awareness Day, a global event that we proudly support by working towards preventing overdose, reducing stigma, raising awareness and providing support. The message? Being overdose aware is more important than ever in the current climate.  Remembering those that go unseen. What is an Overdose? An overdose means

Each year, students on the Wisley based RHS Diploma in Horticultural Practice gain valuable hands-on experience of a project on the ground by designing and building a garden in the local community. This year’s project was to transform a space identified by Woking Borough Council at the Arch Community Centre in Maybury. READ FULL PRESS

Public Health approached Catalyst along with other Surrey charities on a modest initiative around HOPE (Honouring Opportunity and Possibility for Everyone). Catalyst is a non-profit organisation working with people to support their physical and mental wellbeing, promoting collective wellness for Surrey residents, including its employees. With a particular focus on the broader determinants of health (things like

Volunteers Week is from the 1 – 7 June 2023. At Catalyst we are so grateful for the support of our volunteers! This years Volunteers Week gives us a chance to celebrate their contribution and inspire others to join our amazing team of volunteers. Working with Mark Burton, Volunteer Development Manager we’ll be sharing quotes