| Within this objective we, the trustees, intend
to help with the alleviation of poverty and suffering within
the community of South Hants. The Light of the World Trust
proposes to provide a social recreational centre for physically
disabled adults/children and needy/disadvantaged children
together with a day centre for people aged 55 plus within
the complex.
Age Concern and voluntary organisations for
physically disabled people in south Hants, report that many
people within these groups complain there is nowhere they
can meet each other socially, for fear of being attacked when
out. Statistics obtained from the Home Office British Crime
Survey states that between 2003-2004 there was a 4% increase
of drug related attacks of physical violence and this is of
great concern to us. Statistics also state that incidences
of violence using weapons are also increasing. Elderly and
physically disabled people are amongst the most vulnerable
in society and we intend to provide for them a safe and peaceful
environment in which they can meet socially and participate
in a wide range of activities, from art and craft to learning
to play an instrument and ballroom dancing. Transportation
to and from the centre will be provided by the Light of the
World Trust.
If you would like to make a donation towards
the purchase/construction of this centre, please go to the
link ‘How to Make a Donation’.
www.farehamaction.org.uk
Disadvantaged children suffer from many deprivations
and very often the need for love is uppermost. We will be
providing areas where these children can enjoy participating
in creative subjects such as crafts and model making and also
develop their own God given talents and skills. For example
if a child shows a natural musical aptitude, we will provide
the instrument and free tuition. The same applies for children
who express an interest in other subjects. Should any child
like to attend Sunday school, join the Brownies, Cubs, Guides
or Scouts they will be encouraged and helped to do so. Our
objective in helping disadvantaged children in this way is
based on our desire to encourage self confidence in children
who otherwise could quite easily grow up with no confidence
in themselves or their abilities. We believe that the care
given by our own highly vetted, qualified staff and volunteers
will provide an extra safety net in conjunction with Social
Services.
It is our intention to enhance the quality of
life of those who fall into these three chosen groups, by
providing a safe, peaceful and friendly environment with areas
for social, recreational and leisure activities.
Amongst the facilities available will be:
Arts and crafts (both traditional and ethnic), games such
as snooker, chess, whist, dominoes etc, libraries (general
and reference), music, light carpentry, dressmaking, embroidery,
sport, IT, creative writing, gardening and gardening design,
relaxation therapy, chiropody and hairdressing services will
also be available. There will also be lounges for social interaction
and refreshment.
The Light of the World Trust hopes to arrange
regular social and recreational fixtures for these groups.
These will include ballroom dances for those aged 55s plus,
social evenings with supper for disabled adults and adventure/fun
days for disadvantaged/needy children.
We will also endeavour to integrate disabled
and able bodied adults and disabled and disadvantaged children
in as many activities as possible. These will include quizzes
and crafts for adults and for children, crafts and fun days
with entertainers.
Amateur dramatics, will also be greatly encouraged
in which everybody will be able to enjoy the fun of rehearsing
together in our amateur dramatic group. Regular productions
may be presented for the general public.
At all times, our highly qualified staff and
volunteers, will be present to supervise activities.
Meals and refreshments will be provided by The
Light of the World Trust.
People aged 55 plus and physically disabled
adults will be charged a nominal membership fee of £36
per year.
On Sundays and on all seasonal Holy days, the
main hall will be used for a non denominational church to
which all will be warmly welcomed. Pastor Ron Matson will
be available to offer the hand of friendship and support to
all who visit the centre. Pastor Ron Matson’s website
is www.calvarychapel.org/portsmouth.
In the day to day running of the social/recreational
centre, vacancies would exist for managerial, admin and care
staff. |
