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Guildford is perceived as an affluent area, but many areas within the borough have been highlighted by statistics (Multiple Indices of Deprivation-ODPM) as some of the poorest in the country. This makes the divide between rich and poor even wider in our community.
A brief introduction to the above Guildford Action projects,
- The Guildford Action Drop-in Centre- is based on Leapale Lane in the centre of Guildford. The Drop-in Centre is open Monday to Friday from 10am till 4pm. The Drop in centre gives people the opportunity to see a Doctor or Nurse, relax in a safe and supportive environment, receive subsidised food, do their washing and generally find out information and advice available to them in the area. The Drop-in Centre acts as a sign-posting advocate whose sole purpose is to help by giving a range of choices to those who are most disadvantaged within our community.
- The Guildford Action for Families- support service reaches isolated families who are dealing with varying issues in the raising of children.The Family Support workers run community drop-in sessions in areas around Guildford to enable as many people to access services near their home. At all other times outreach work is undertaken to reach isolated or families in need in their own homes.
- The Guildford Action Furniture Project- was set up to make affordable furniture available to those who are on benefits or on a low income within the borough of Guildford. The furniture project is open to all with those on benefits or in need being able to take up heavily discounted prices. Due to this interest we have had to restrict our collections and deliveries to a within a certain radius of Guildford, please don’t hesitate to call to enquire about collections and deliveries. To enable the charity to continue this valuable service we do ask for a donation to collect items of furntiure.
All the projects require support financially on a year on year basis. If you would be interested in making a donation or become a friend/ supporter of Guildford Action please call Charlie McCafferty on 07989 565263 or Email: charliemccafferty@guildfordaction.org.uk
If you are thinking about writing a will please remember Guildford Action and you might consider leaving a legacy that would benefit people in your community!!! Please contact Charlie as above for more information.
Guildford Action is supported and core-funded by the Guildford and Waverley Voluntary Grants Panel.
Guildford Action is a registered charity and a company limited by guarantee.
Registered Charity Number: 1078721
Registered Company Number:3767533
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