Island Community Action

01305823789

Supporting communities across Portland and Wyke Regis to live happier and more fulfilling lives.

ICA is a small charity, formed in 1999 to help tackle some of the key issues impacting local residents. We do this through a range of different services and activities, all of which are delivered by a small part-time staff team and our amazing group of volunteers.

Why the community needs us

ICA's projects include Silver Island, which supports our older vulnerable residents through a range of activities and services, from befriending, community transport, DIY and gardening to lunch clubs, art and singing groups, exercise classes and the Man Shed. We also run Portland Pride, which provides help and training to local producers and those interested in growing, cooking and sharing food. In addition, ICA acts as a community hub and Portland's Volunteer Bureau.

Our impact on the community

Regular evaluation shows that our activities have a real and positive impact on people's lives. For example, our older clients feel less isolated and lonely with maintained or improved physical and mental health, all of which helps them to live happier, healthier and more independent lives for longer. Our volunteers enjoy making a positive contribution to their community and also benefit from increased confidence, happiness and the training, learning and social opportunities we offer them.

Volunteers needed

We are currently looking for volunteers to help deliver our services for older people, from befrienders to drivers.

What your gift could provide

£3

Could help fund a befriender to visit an isolated or lonely older person

£10

Could help support our disabled access vehicle for those without transport

£25

Could help pay for Forget-Me-Not singing session for those with memory loss

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Charity Information

Island Community Action

Telephone: 01305823789

Address: The Easton Centre, Portland, Dorset, DT5 1EB

Established in: 1999

Registered charity no.: 1157978