At Catalyst Support we are very fortunate to have amazing volunteers. Their dedication, knowledge and expertise, compassion and understanding make a real difference to the lives of people across Surrey. We are proud to work alongside you and learn from you every day! Lorraine Balaam, Catalyst Counselling Service Manager: Our counselling service provides up to […]

This May Catalyst Counselling is taking part in Big Give’s Kind2Mind match-funding campaign to raise the funds for this popular service. The Big Give is the UK’s biggest online match-funding platform and has raised over £280m for thousands of charities since 2007. From 14th May to 28th May, we will be raising money for Catalyst Counselling […]

Keely Glithero and Natasha Coutts, Catalyst Support leaders championing Trauma-informed Approach across our services, have recently been part of a team behind the latest Surrey and NE Hampshire Trauma Informed Approach Framework and Toolkit. Through their strategic involvement in Bridge the Gap changing futures programme, Keely and Natasha helped develop the framework and pilot the […]

We are saying thank you to two of our Trustees, who are leaving Catalyst Support this month. Kim and Rebekka have spent many years with our charity and have given their expertise and countless hours to the benefit of the communities we support. Sue Murphy, CEO of Catalyst Support: “My thanks go to Kim and […]

Young Adult Safe Haven (YASH) in Guildford is closing its doors from 31st March 2024. YASH -a Safe Haven for adults aged 18 to 25 – worked in partnership with Oakleaf to support young adults experiencing mental health crises. With few services existing in our community focusing on the mental health of young people, YASH […]

The Trustee Board is seeking new Trustees to support the governance of the charity. Catalyst Support is looking to recruit two new Trustees to join us. Trustees are essential to the work of our charity, they are the people who lead the charity, decide how it is run and make decisions that impact on people’s […]

Alcohol has become part of our lives, it is used for celebration, socialising and managing stress. It is legal, acceptable and often encouraged, however many people notice that it is affecting their mood, physical and financial wellbeing. January is often a time when we think about making a change. Dry January, an initiative by Alcohol […]

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 […]

Over the past few months, The HOPE Project, funded by Surrey County Council has provided a variety of workshops and activities, these include creating crocheted butterflies to share messages of HOPE across the county and online.  We also facilitated guided walks around Surrey by a local historian and Shifa’s Asian women’s group visited Southall. All […]

Catalyst and Woking Borough Council announce good news for the continuation of services delivered by the Women’s Support Centre (Surrey). Woking Borough Council and Catalyst have reached agreement to support the Women’s Support Centre in providing its service offer for women in Surrey. The Women’s Support Centre team will transfer to Catalyst to ensure continuation […]

Our offices are closed on Friday 7 April through to Monday 10 April  2023 for the Easter Bank Holiday Weekend 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 […]

From Saturday April 1, Woking Safe Haven’s new weekend opening times will be 6pm-11pm. This follows a year-long pilot which tested the feasibility of extending the daytime operating hours at the weekends. The service will continue to operate 6pm-11pm on weekdays, Monday-Friday, including bank holidays. Virtual support will continue to be available from 6pm-11pm, 7 […]

Unfortunately our CornerHouse site in Woking has recently flooded and is currently out of use. Groups and activities will be at alternative venues in Woking. If you are due to attend a group or activity this Thursday 16 or Friday 17 March, please contact your group provider if you have not heard from them already. […]