COVID-19 related update: Following government advice and directives, the Asta Community Hub is currently closed, until further notice. We look forward to reopening our doors when safely and legally allowed to do so. Please do take care and stay safe during these unprecedented times.  

Asta is located in the heart of the Silvertown community and offers an open door, welcome, safe and secure environment where people feel comfortable. Asta’s qualified and dedicated staff team offer the highest standard of service and a holistic approach to supporting local people.

From parents and young children, to the elderly, in a wide and innovative programme of activities – everyone is welcome. No one is turned away without receiving support and feeling satisfied with the outcome achieved.

Last year we engaged with, supported, referred and tracked 1781 service users through a variety of groups, activities and referrals

Asta offers a range of volunteering opportunities from planning, organising and facilitating your own group or activity, to volunteering opportunities in youth work, play work, administration and music technology.

All volunteers are supported through regular professional development 1:1’s and training opportunities.

Activities currently running are:

  • Youth Club: two evenings a week offering a range of fun and academic activities for young people aged 11 – 19 years.
  • Music & Media: two evenings a week, a fully equipped music production studio for young people aged 11 – 19 years.
  • Open Access Play: Two afternoons a week (more during school holidays) giving under 11’s the freedom to play in a safe environment whilst offering fun and academic activities. For children aged 5 ½ -11 years old.
  • Debt Advice: Free confidential advice on welfare benefits, housing and debt, with access to specialist advisers every Friday.