At Cathedral Wealth Management, we are committed to making a positive impact in our community, and one of the ways we achieve this is through our support of local charities like Stonepillow. Stonepillow’s Day Hubs are a vital component of their mission to prevent homelessness and restore lives, providing safe and welcoming spaces for individuals experiencing homelessness.
Essential Services and Community Support
Stonepillow’s Day Hubs offer a range of essential services, including warm showers, laundry facilities, computer access, and hot meals. Breakfast and lunch are served daily at no charge to rough sleepers and those in temporary accommodation. A donation of just £50 can cover warm meals for 20-30 people each week. Over the past year, more than 450 individuals have benefited from these vital services.
Fostering Community and Personal Development
Beyond meeting basic needs, the Day Hubs foster a sense of community and provide mental and emotional support. Weekly classes offer clients opportunities to develop new skills, such as English language lessons for those where English is a second language, helping to break down communication barriers. Physical health is also a priority, with weekly exercise sessions and a Stonepillow football team that trains regularly and has achieved success in tournaments. These activities help clients build skills useful for re-entering the workforce, integrating back into the community, and ultimately securing independent housing.
Comprehensive Support and Collaboration
Throughout the day, clients meet with support workers who build close, positive, and trusting relationships to enable them to develop individualised plans that address each person’s unique needs. Support spans a range of issues, including securing housing, overcoming challenges such as substance abuse, managing mental ill health, and addressing issues like domestic abuse and sexual violence. Additionally, support workers assist with practical tasks like setting up health appointments, bank accounts, and navigating online banking. Stonepillow collaborates closely with local services to ensure clients receive comprehensive, personalised care. Regular visits from doctors and NHS staff address health needs, while local hairdressers help clients feel refreshed and cared for.
Our Contribution
Through the St. James’s Place Charitable Foundation, we at Cathedral Wealth Management are proud to have contributed £2,500 to Stonepillow. This donation is crucial to their ability to deliver continuous, holistic support to individuals experiencing homelessness. Since Stonepillow receives no government funding for their Day Hubs, they must raise £300,000 annually to sustain these services year-round. Our generous donation will help them continue their mission to address and end rough sleeping within our communities.
Commitment to Community
Our support of Stonepillow reflects our commitment to making a meaningful difference in the lives of those in need. By working together with local charities and community leaders, we can ensure that homelessness awareness and health equity remain high priorities in Chichester, Arun, and throughout West Sussex. We are dedicated to continuing our support for initiatives that empower individuals to transform their lives and achieve sustainable independence and wellbeing.
To find out more about the charity, listen to the Talking Charities Podcast
https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/talkingcharities/episodes/Stonepillow-e2s6f8m
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SJP Approved – 03/01/2025
