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These projects were funded and delivered by us November 09 - June 2013 |
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Open every Saturday afternoon handing out food supplies to people in temporary financial crisis so severe they are unable to afford shopping. 19 Partner agencies issue the vouchers to those meeting the eligibility criteria. Partner Orgs: 21 Total people fed @ 08/06/13 = 418 |
"Fantastic.Very warm-hearted, caring, make you feel at ease, not sorry, like a low life as we feel when in need. Grateful for all their help" | |
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Volunteers outside M&S Reigate ask shoppers to purchase xmas goods and write LW xmas card for families in need. Partner Orgs: Welcare, Merstham Community Facility, Salvation Army, RBWA, ESDAS, Raven Housing, Wayside & Furnistore) |
"One person said he felt like a scrounger (his words!) going to family and not having anything to take to contribute but something as simple as taking a box of biscuits has changed his outlook and he is now beginning to look forward to the day! Jenny Manager @ Furnsistore | |
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Cups of tea are key component of this new monthly club we have set up for local lovely oldies who are stuck at home alone. Also vital is friendly conversation, a listening ear & having a bit of a laugh! |
"It's been lovely, absolutely lovely. We are not invisible to you." Brenda Age 92 |
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Gifts tags on the tree give the name of a real local child in need & their real Christmas wish. Belfry shoppers aka Local Santas make the wish come true by buying the gift. True Christmas Magic! Partner Org: Raven Housing Trust & Reigate & Banstead Women's Aid |
We would like to thank you for your kindness and for helping to make this Christmas a Magical One! All our love, from the women and children at Reigate & Banstead Women's Aid | |
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Back by popular demand our Christmas |
"I don't want you to stop coming. I love it" |
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Volunteer beautician Di Cundell gives a listening ear as well as the gift of touch to ladies who are often stuck at home alone. The lovely Arkle Manor & friendly volunteers help to make the occasion the special treat we want it to be. |
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The homeless teens of Wayside Hostel got to snuggle down to their favourite retro movie & everything their hearts desired in the drinks & snacks department! |
"It was really good. I think we should do it again. Thanks for Wally Thanks for my kebab Woop Woop x" Mel
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Christmas Bag Scheme |
We were so delighted by the Reigate and Redhill public generosity again this year. More info Very many thanks to the very many people who participated. |
"The bags were received with much excitement and surprise. The very fact that people care enough to be bothered is one factor that touches those who receive this gift." |
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Local Santa Scheme |
The response to Local Santa this year was just fantastic! The cards with the children's name & their Christmas wish just seemed to fly off the tree. It was great to see such generosity in action More info |
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Christmas Card making for the elderly and isolated with lots of laughter, cream tea & a lovely cuppa thrown in! |
"I enjoyed every moment with Laura, Linda, Carol, Zoe. Also the scones. Hope we meet again. Best Wishes to all LOVE KITTY” |
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We took a list of all the treats the teenagers in Wayside hostel requested & then made them all happen! Makeover, hair blow dry, nails done & |
“The ladies were very lovely, fun ladies and lovely for coming here and making our day just a bit better. Thanks ! “Chelsea |
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Care Kits for Homeless Scheme, July 2011 |
The public buy shower toiletries for the |
“Everyone coming into the shop has said they much prefer to give gifts like this than to give money” Zara, Manager of Boots Reigate |
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Visit to Ladyland Farm, July 2011 |
Mums and kids fleeing domestic abuse have a day out packed with treats to a educational farm. |
“Today was beautiful all the children had so much fun. Thank you so much for making this day so enjoyable for all of us” Mum of 3 |
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Young mums in sheltered housing learn to cook nutritious, child-friendly meals on a two ring burner from lessons by Cordon Bleu chef turned LWvolunteer. The meals were prepped & cooked in real time |
“Really enjoyed the cookery lessons. I learnt a lot. Everything was done to the best standard. A lot of time & effort went in to making it fun & enjoyable. Thank-you so much! Hannah xxxxxxxx |
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Mums Make Over & Day, August 2010 | Professional makeup artist gave her time to give makeovers to the young mums living in temporary accommodation. (Partner Org: Raven Housing Trust) |
“One of the girls was in tears. She’s never seen herself in make up. She was amazed how it made her feel” Dawn Temp Accom Officer |
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Great Sports, April 2010 |
A specialist football coaching course for troubled teenage lads designed |
“I enjoyed it cos it brought us all together. Ash did hog the ball but we all enjoyed it & I wanna come back next time” Lewis |
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We ask Belfry Xmas shoppers to make |
“I feel really happy I have cried that someone would do that for my kids. Thank you really really !!” Miriam |
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Volunteers outside M&S Reigate ask shoppers to purchase xmas goods and write LW xmas card for families in need. (Beneficiary Orgs: Multiple) |
Local agencies given bags : ESDAS, Furnistore, Welcare, Red Oak Children’s Centre, Raven Housing Trust Centre, Wayside Hostel, Reigate Womens Aid, Salvation Army |
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BBQ for Homeless Teens, August 2009 | Fun, games and lush homemade burgers all requested by homeless teenegers living in hostel accommodation in Reigate. (Partner Org: Wayside Keychange) |
“The BBQ was lush, I really had fun It helped me forget what has been going on” (anon) |
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Heros of the Community, May 2009 | 53 brave people in need were given a Tony Tobin fantastic cream tea Ritz style. (Partner Orgs: Age Uk, MS Society, Brigitte Trust, Woodhatch Centre, St Catherine's Hospice) |
“Thank you for putting me in the company of so many brave selfless people. I will never ever forget it” Pat |
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Baby Swim Project, February 2009 |
Bonding time for Mums and babies who couldn't afford swimming lessons with a chance to make friends over coffee & croissants afterwards. |
“It is hard being a single Mum and when someone just comes along and says “here this is for you” it makes you feel cared for” Sarah |
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Families Need Fathers, November 2008 |
A day of Bushcraft skills in the Nutley hills for separated Dads and kids with contact and communication issues. |
“ It was nice to do something a bit special .. a much welcome change from endless computer games and MacDonalds” Richard one of the Dads |
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Outbound Day for Families August 2008 | A day out for women and children in domestic violence situations focusing on having fun & overcoming fear (Partner Org: ESDAS) |
“It was the best day in a long time with lots of laughing from everyone who needed a laugh” Yvonne |
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Elderly Pamper Teas, May 2008 | Isolated ladies get a lovely afternoon of tea, chat and pampering with a volunteer beautician with warm hands and heart! (Partner Org: Age UK) |
“Melanie was so lovely. |
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