8 Kent Community Support, Activities & Charities for People with Complex Needs
Living with complex health or support needs can be isolating, but Kent has a range of community organisations, groups, and activities that help people connect, feel supported, and take part in enjoyable things with others.
Below are 8 valuable resources and groups you can learn more about.
1. United Response – Community Activities and Support in Kent
United Response supports people across Kent living with learning disabilities, autism, physical disabilities, and mental health needs. Their services include community activities, social events, and a community network space in Folkestone where people can meet, take part in coffee mornings, art classes, music groups, and other inclusive social events.
2. Involve Kent – Groups, Activities and One‑to‑One Support
Involve Kent works across the county to help people thrive, make friends, and access activities that boost wellbeing. Their “Actively Involved” groups are designed for people aged over 55 or under 55 with complex health conditions, offering free coffee mornings, craft groups, gentle exercise, gardening, and social activities that bring people together.
3. Live Well Kent & Medway – Mental Health, Activities & Social Support Network
Live Well Kent & Medway is a wellbeing support network funded by Kent County Council and delivered with partner charities. It connects you to local activities, wellbeing groups, volunteering opportunities, social events, and peer support designed to improve confidence, combat isolation, and build connections. While it covers mental health, the community activities span friendships, hobbies, and skills development.
4. Positive Wellbeing (Kent County Council) – Free Support to Join Local Activities
The Positive Wellbeing programme helps people feeling isolated or lonely to reconnect with their community. Trained community wardens work with you one‑to‑one to find local groups, classes, hobbies, or meetups that match your interests, helping you get involved in activities you enjoy and meet new people.
5. Crossroads Care Kent – Clubs, Social Events, and Breaks
Although Crossroads is well known for carer respite, it also runs Crossroads Clubs where people with health and support needs can attend safe, stimulating social sessions that encourage interaction, activities, and friendships. These clubs promote engagement, cognitive stimulation, and lots of social fun.
6. Diversity House – Inclusive Events, Workshops & Support
Diversity House is a long‑standing Kent charity focused on community inclusion and cohesion. They organise regular drop‑in sessions, cultural events, workshops, and community gatherings that are open to people of all backgrounds and abilities, providing both support and social engagement opportunities.
7. Demelza Hospice Care for Children – Respite, Family Events & Support Groups
Demelza is a charity providing clinical care to children and young people with life‑limiting conditions across Kent and surrounding areas. Beyond clinical support, they run family activities, support events, group sessions, and peer connections that allow families and young people to meet others in similar situations and build supportive networks.
8. Kent Connect to Support – Directory of Local Activities & Groups
Kent Connect to Support acts as the one‑stop directory for community resources across Kent, including social groups, learning activities, leisure opportunities, and voluntary organisations. You can search for local meetups, hobby groups, disability‑friendly events, social clubs, and support networks tailored to your location and needs.
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