What a blooming lovely spring and summer we’ve had.
As the recovery continues, we’ve managed to deliver a good range of activities both needed and valued by our community. From Pilates and Gardening to Sewing and much more…
Mondays has always featured our popular flagship Drop in with lunch. Follow up 1:1 appointments continue to be in demand for support with things like housing: homelessness applications and overcrowding transfers; food bank and increasingly, hardship referrals; adult social care and some limited benefits support. Due to capacity these appointments are reserved for users of our service
Volunteers
A big thank you to all our volunteers who have worked with us on various projects. These are some of the beautiful plants our lovely ladies came and planted, it was a beautiful day.
We rely on the help and support of volunteers and were pleased to offer Level 2 Food Safety and Hygiene training as part of a project funded by the National Lottery Community Fund. Some of our volunteers went on to successfully complete their Level 2 Food Hygiene and safety Level 2 Catering. Here’s one of our proud volunteers.
The Parents Space: Our Monday Drop In
Just some of the delicious foods shared at our Monday Drop In Socials Looks lovely… a range of some of the things we enjoy for Lunch: hummus dips, breads, fruits and veg!
“…I took part in the Monday Drop In.. It was good to share healthy dishes with the group , have chats with each other on different topics ,supporting each other with problems ,listening and giving advice when we can…” Antonia
Well-Being Wednesdays
Our wellbeing activities included:
- Pilates
- Gardening
- Sewing
“…We did Pilates which was gentle as most of us had health issues it help with stretching as we were told that we need to as we get older. The teacher was very gentle so we didn’t do any harm to ourselves…” Antonia
SEWING: This is how just a snippet of some of the beautiful material our group has produced. Cecilia who runs the class has said “Seeing and being a part of their learning, creations and creativity is truly a blessing; they inspire me”
“…the sewing class helps relax my mental health, when I complete a project I feel like I have achieved a goal. I also get to meet new people and talk about different things…” Serena
A celebration is definitely on the cards.
Here’s what some of our users say about our service….
“…I took part in sewing because I needed to know how to sew and make simple items. I learnt a lot as a beginner. Brilliant teacher, good atmosphere…” Marilyn
“…I enjoy the lunch drop in meeting with other family and friends and showing different skills with sewing classes also one to one help us a lot thank you…” Oudia
“…This sewing course is the perfect place to learn to sew in a supportive, inspiring small group. Cecelia’s careful planning and cheerful disposition have continually encouraged me The highlight of my week… “ Maree
“…I feel supported by Angela and she goes above and beyond to help people like me…”Ahmed
A big THANK YOU to the following funders for supporting our projects this year
Tell It Parents Network 