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Better Days Cafe

The Better Days Cafe is a new inclusion hub in Ventnor.

Founded by Kirsty Chapman, the cafe, serving fresh homemade soups, sandwiches, cakes and drinks opened its doors on 19th February 2022. It provides a safe space offering training and work experience for those who feel excluded, as well as providing vital mental health support, workshops and advice.

Below are some of the articles that mention the Better Days Cafe.

dog wearing christmas antlers in front of christmas tree

22, November 2024·1 min read

Isle of Wight vintage grotto welcomes ‘Santa Paws’ for a festive dog photo event

Isle of Wight dogs meet 'Santa Paws' for a jubilant Christmas snapshot

25, May 2022·1 min read

More than £1,200 raised in Ventnor overnight to feed children on free school meals during half term (updated)

When Kirsty Chapman from the Better Days Cafe heard about the food voucher scheme being withdrawn, she felt compelled to do something about it

28, April 2022·1 min read

Queen’s Platinum Jubilee to be celebrated in full 1950’s style at Better Days Cafe

Put the date in your diary and gather older family members together for a slice of nostalgia at the Better Days Cafe

Sophie Willia and Maria Sexton and other friend on first part of 75 mile walk

17, September 2022·1 min read

Show your support for Sophie’s 75-mile Isle of Wight walk for the Better Days Cafe

Sophie Willis is walking 75 miles for the Better Days Cafe, a fantastic community hub that supports not only people with mental health issues and learning disabilities, but anyone who needs a warm welcome

Woman sat on chair writing in a book resting on her knees

2, September 2022·1 min read

Talking Menopause: Safe space for women to learn more about the menopause

Any women who want to learn more about the menopause, how it will affect them and what they can do to help relieve symptoms is welcome to attend

7, March 2022·2 min read

The Better Days Cafe: A place where egos and judgement are left at the door (updated)

Pop in for a cuppa, or some lunch, and you might be pleasantly surprised

High Sheriff Awards at Ventnor Town Council

14, February 2023·1 min read

Three Ventnor projects receive High Sheriff Awards for their dedication to the community

The three organisations, supported by their dedicated volunteers, have all been recognised by the High Sheriff

22, November 2022·1 min read

Unmuddling the ‘menopause mayhem’ this Sunday

Lindsay will be helping women understand the menopause mayhem by debunking a few myths and sharing insights on feeling healthier, stronger and have more energy

Vectis Radio Community award winners with their certificates

19, March 2024·3 min read

Vectis Radio Community Awards 2024: Isle of Wight celebrates local heroes

The Riverside Centre hosts Vectis Radio's touching Isle of Wight awards ceremony

20, June 2023·1 min read

Ventnor community unites to combat child poverty through Better Days Cafe’s GoFundMe campaign

Ventnor's Better Days Cafe is combating local child poverty through a fundraising-fed free meals initiative during school holidays

19, November 2024·2 min read

Ventnor to honour master shoemaker Kevin Garlick with memorial unveiling

Memorial for Ventnor's master shoemaker Kevin Garlick to be unveiled next week

26, May 2022·1 min read

Ventnor Town Council make sure pupils don’t go hungry this half term

Parents of children on free school meals in Ventnor at St Francis Primary or the Island Free School will receive a £12 food voucher thanks to the town council

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