Without these volunteers these families would not have the most basic equipment and essentials for their children

25th November 2020

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Submitted by Diane Barker, Calderdale Lighthouse

Calderdale Lighthouse is a 100% volunteer run charity. They all work tirelessly to provide a service to their local community. Distributing items that are donated by the general public to vulnerable families in need. Families needing bedding, clothing, toiletries and toys. Without the commitment of the team this service could not run.

It has continued throughout the pandemic, constantly putting others first. In just 2 years over 1000 referrals have been sent out to nearly 3000 family members. This service changes families lives. The service is accessed by a third party referral system, this ensures the help goes to the families in immediate need.

Midwives, health visitors, social workers, food banks, schools and nurseries all refer to the service. Feedback is that without these volunteers these families would not have the most basic equipment and essentials for their children.

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This team also works closely with our local food bank. The families that access the food bank need other essential items which the food bank don't have access to so Calderdale lighthouse provides these items on a weekly basis.

They also provide toiletry packs to local schools to promote a good hygiene habit. This results in a reduction of bullying and absenteeism.

The volunteers are all part of the lighthouse family and love the service they provide and they absolutely deserve a big thank you.

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