Stronger Communities.
Better Lives.

Oswestry Community Action (OCA) is a local charity working to improve health, wellbeing and quality of life across Shropshire and the Borderlands.

social group members

What we do

We believe everyone should have access to the support they need. Our services are shaped by local priorities, addressing challenges such as rural poverty, social isolation, and the lack of access to public transport.

Community
Transport

A vital service for those who are isolated, our Community Transport service makes it possible for members to get to healthcare appointments, go shopping, and enjoy making social visits.

Wellbeing
Services

Whether you’re looking to meet new people, build confidence, or simply take some time for yourself, our wellbeing services aim to help you feel your best, stay active, and feel connected.

Community & Health

We collaborate with organisations to support care and wellbeing initiatives such as Social Prescribing and Cancer Champions, which all have healthy and thriving communities in mind.

Arts &
Workshops

We host a number of Arts workshops, including sketching, textiles and Art History, all designed to fire up your imagination and teach you how art can support your mental health and wellbeing.

Make a difference

Volunteer Coordinator Jo and volunteers

Volunteer with us

Our Volunteer Coordinators are on hand to find the perfect volunteering opportunities for you, whether that’s based with us at OCA, or in another organisation in the county. The perfect role could help to improve your mental wellbeing, gain valuable skills and experience, and build lifelong friendships.

Bernard Pearson, OCA volunteer
"I have volunteered as an OCA Social Group Helper for a few years now and thoroughly enjoy the role. As one gets older, it is important to maintain a social life whether that involves attending the group as a member or even, like me, as a volunteer.”
Bernard Pearson , OCA Volunteer

Our Partners