Hundreds of residents have taken to Warm Hubs since they first opened in East Cambridgeshire two months ago.
Volunteers have offered financial support for struggling families, advice on dealing with the cost of living crisis, and act as somebody to talk to.
Here, we find out how the Warm Hubs project is progressing and where you can find them.
How are Warm Hubs progressing?
Towns and villages in East Cambridgeshire have welcomed many people since the Hubs were first introduced in October.
The 13 Hubs, coordinated by charity Cambridgeshire ACRE, are designed to support vulnerable and isolated people, as well as those on lower incomes.
Kirsten Bennett, chief executive of Cambridgeshire ACRE, said: “I think there have been more people than I expected.”
Some hubs may not be able to progress as much as others if, for example, they have to hire facilities.
Ms Bennett said there are no exact figures on the number of people that have attended Warm Hubs so far.
But she added: “Progress is going well.”
Who are attending Warm Hubs?
People from different ages and backgrounds have attended so far.
Robin Gildersleeve, lead volunteer at the Haddenham and Wilburton Warm Hub, said: “We’ve had mums, dads, children, people of all backgrounds attend on a regular basis.”
Councillor Anna Bailey, leader of East Cambridgeshire District Council, visited the Warm Hub in Haddenham and is pleased with the overall turnout across the area.
She said: “I think the next thing to think about is how to attract people who are not aware of the Hub but might benefit.”
How can Warm Hubs continue to progress?
Arguably one of the most popular Warm Hubs in East Cambridgeshire is based at the Haddenham Sports and Social Club, which has attracted around 700 visitors since opening in October.
The Hub also offers other activities Monday to Friday, while aiming to raise around £4,000 in running costs.
Mr Gildersleeve said the Hub is planning on running a community transport service for villagers.
He said: “If we can get people in from home or are dubious about who the hub is for, they will receive a warm welcome."
Here are the Warm Hubs in East Cambridgeshire you can visit and their opening times:
Ashley Warm Hub
Venue: Ashley Pavilion, High Street, Ashley, Newmarket, CB8 9DX
Opening times: Thursday, 12.30pm - 3.30pm (alternate weeks starting November 24)
Burrough Green Warm Hub
Venue: Burrough Green Reading Room, Bradley Road, Burrough Green, Newmarket, CB8 9NH
Opening times: Thursday, 3.30pm - 5pm and Friday, 9.30am - 11.30am
Burwell Warm Hub
Venue: Burwell Day Centre, Ash Grove, Parsonage Close, Burwell, Cambridge, CB25 0EN
Opening times: Monday - Friday, 9am - 3pm
Ely Warm Hub
Venue: Ely Methodist Church, 13 - 15 Chapel Street, Ely, CB6 1AD
Opening times: Sunday, 1pm - 4pm
Fordham Warm Hub
Venue: Victoria Hall, Carter Street, Fordham, Ely, CB7 5NG
Opening times: Monday, 9.30am - 12.30pm, Wednesday, 9.30am - 12.30pm
Haddenham & Wilburton Warm Hub
Venue: Haddenham Sports and Social Club, Chewells Lane, Haddenham, Ely, CB6 3SS
Opening times: Monday - Friday, 9am - 3pm
Little Downham Warm Hub
Venue: Little Downham Village Hall, Main Street, Little Downham, Ely, CB6 2ST
Opening times: Wednesday, 1pm - 4pm and Friday, 10am - 12pm
Little Thetford Warm Hub
Venue: Little Thetford Village Hall, The Wyches, Little Thetford, Ely, CB6 3HG
Opening times: Monday, 10am - 1pm, Thursday, 10am - 1pm
Littleport Warm Hub
Venue: St George's Church Parish Room, Church Lane, Littleport, Ely, CB6 1PS
Opening times: Wednesday, 2pm - 4pm, Friday, 10.30am - 12.30pm
Mepal Warm Hub
Venue: Mepal Village Hall, School Lane, Mepal, Ely, CB6 2AU
Opening times: Monday, 10am - 1pm
Soham Warm Hub
Venue: Walter Gidney Pavilion, Fountain Lane, Soham, Ely, CB7 5PL
Opening times: Tuesday, 12pm - 3pm
Stetchworth Warm Hub
Venue: Ellesmere Centre, Ley Road, Stetchworth, Newmarket, CB8 9TS
Opening times: Monday, 9am - 12pm, Wednesday, 9am - 12pm
Sutton Warm Hub
Venue: The Brunel Room within The Glebe, 4 High Street, Sutton, Ely, CB6 2RB
Opening times: Wednesday, 9am – 12pm.
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