CEO at Huddersfield Mission. Trustee @TSLkirklees. Interested in Social Enterprise, Social Justice, and all things VCS in Kirklees.

Huddersfield
Joined February 2022
Talking all things #homelessness at the #Huddersfield Housing and Homelessness Forum, here at @huddsmission. We need to address rough sleeping, but homelessness is much bigger than this. Sofa surfing. Unsafe or overcrowded housing. People in temp accommodation / B&B etc
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Solutions needs to include : Dignity Showers Privacy Own front door Safety Laundry Support Temp accommodation needs to be a stepping stone not a revolving door.
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Our new signage is great. Shouting loud about who we are, our values and our work.
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We are recruiting for a premises officer, to join the great team @huddsmission kirklees.tal.net/vx/lang-en-…
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A tribute to Graham, who was one of our fantastic advice volunteers. facebook.com/share/1ScUxF4LR…
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Help tell stories that change lives. We’re looking for a Communications & Engagement Officer to lead how we connect with supporters, donors, room hirers, café customers and our wider community. Apply via CharityJob: charityjob.co.uk/.../communi…
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Just completed our grant monitoring for for @coopuk Thanks for your funding that help support our café @huddsmission
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Is the @huddsmission the only charity supported by Woody and Bluey? Great day at @bagdenhallhotel
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We are at @bagdenhallhotel Community Summer Fayre today, as one of their chosen charities. THANK YOU. Come and say hello.
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Please to say that we are recruiting for a part time adviser. Come and join our fantastic team. See below or kirklees.tal.net/vx/appcentr…
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Over the last 2 weeks Mission staff have attended 2 funerals for members of the Mission community. 2 women who in very different ways contribute to the life of the Mission. One a volunteer and one a long time customer, and both valued for their contribution. Rest in Peace
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Here is a really quick and easy way to help us do even more - it just takes a few seconds to nominate us for this charity draw. Thank you. movementforgood.com/draws/sp…
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A bit of a first tonight, as I speak at the #Slaithwaite WI. Talking about Women and Homelessness.
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At the #ChurchWorks summit today, exploring how churches and faith based organisations can work with Government (local & national). Some key thoughts so far... Knit and natter is code for mental health and wellbeing sessions.
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Do we need to ask gov for more money or discuss how current money is spent? (Or both?)
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Some fantastic examples of mental health and wellbeing support services run by local churches. But are these vol run services sustainable?
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How can church buildings be used for delivering neighbourhood health services.
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I am at the #chattybus in St George's Square, #Huddersfield Come and join us. @GoAhead
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It is Christmas dinner day @huddsmission today. The cafe is full, with more people patiently waiting. As is the way with the Mission i can see plenty of familiar faces, but also new faces too. All enjoying the hospitality of the Mission- a safe place for all.
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Staff and volunteers have been preparing all week and service is well underway. Today we will serve so many people that we don't have enough plates, cutlery or seats for everyone all at the same time! Thanks to all the staff, volunteers and donors who make today possible.
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