Support for Individuals
What we do
At CAP we believe that with the right support everyone can achieve more in both their personal and professional lives. We run a variety of programmes and interventions which empower people from all backgrounds to break through barriers, set goals, exceed their limits, take control and make positive change in their lives.
As a social enterprise, most of our Support for Individuals programmes are free to access, because we target our support in the areas of greatest need. We can offer them for free because of the generosity of our funders.
Click on a link below to find out more about a programme, and if you are interested you can request to join the group.
Members of groups get access to related files, group discussions, events and other member only benefits.
Business Builder
Who is it for?
Aspiring entrepreneurs
Purpose
To help people with no business management background develop the skills, confidence and plans to start-up a new business or social enterprise
Support available
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4-day training course
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Follow-up self-employment coaching
About the funder
Currently un-funded
Status
Closed - looking for funding
Through the Gates
Who is it for?
Ex offenders and people on probation
Purpose
To help anyone leaving prison to develop the skills and confidence to become self-employed or a small business owner
Support available
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Unlimited self-employment coaching
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Funding support – help to get start-up funds
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Peer learning – online learning sessions with other clients, talking about key issues and topics
About the funder
National Lottery Community Fund and Colyer Fergusson Charitable Trust
Status
Active - Register today!
WomenKind
Who is it for?
Women of all ages and backgrounds, but particularly powerful for mothers. Sorry, not for men.
Purpose
To help you return to work, go self-employed, set a personal goal, make a positive chance or just feel better about yourself. This award-winning programme combines personal development, enterprise support and female empowerment techniques to help you break down the barriers holding you back.
Support available
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A 24-hour group training and development course (spread over 6 weeks) and held in an accessible venue near you
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Expert speakers
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Award winning-mentoring
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Action learning
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Confidence building
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Signposting into complementary support and services
About the funder
Currently un-funded
Status
Closed - looking for funding
CAP Incubator
Who is it for?
Anyone interested in self-employment, small business ownership or setting up a CIC
Purpose
To give key support to anyone interested in getting a new venture of the ground – thereby increasing their chances of success
Support available
Access to our office in Smarden, where you get free access to:
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Hotdesking space
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Fibre optic broadband
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Coaching support
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Free tea and coffee
About the funder
We fund this ourselves
Status
Active - Register today!
We also offer support on a one to one basis in the form of consultancy and information sessions. If you'd like to book a session, choose which one fits your needs below.
With over 20 years of experience and 5,000+ entrepreneurs trained, Jason is a leading voice in the UK’s social economy. Book an advice session to tap into his deep knowledge of the Kent and Medway sector and learn how to transform your social mission into a sustainable reality.
Social Enterprise Advice Session
45 min • Free
Through the Gates Business Support
45 min • Free
An award-nominated expert in inclusive learning and professional rehabilitation, Hayleigh specializes in supporting those who face barriers to engagement. Book a session to develop strategies for inclusive environments or to access dedicated business mentoring for people transitioning through the gates.