Dear Friends,
As we look ahead, we remain mindful of the challenges many are facing. Rising fuel costs and global events continue to put pressure on household budgets, making your ongoing support all the more appreciated. We are grateful that, despite this, our income remains stable. Your generosity continues to shine, with Easter eggs in April, books for World Book Day and Mothering Day gifts in March. Thank you for everything you do.
We also extend heartfelt thanks to Becca Carter and Gill Sutton for their outstanding contributions. Becca’s 17 years of dedicated support across several communities, and Gill’s tireless work in the Rye Deanery over the past five years, have made a lasting difference to many families. As Becca moves on and Gill begins her retirement, we wish them both every happiness for the future.
Jane, a single mother of three, was referred to Family Support Work following domestic abuse and separation from her partner. She faced significant challenges, including debt, poor mental and physical health, housing difficulties, and supporting her children’s additional needs. Over the past year, we have provided intensive support, helping Jane stabilise her finances, access benefits, manage debt, and navigate essential services. We also supported her through a move to safer, more suitable housing, providing practical help to set up a stable home for her family.
Alongside this, we have offered ongoing emotional and safeguarding support, particularly around difficult contact arrangements with the children’s father, including involvement with Children’s Services and family court. We have also worked with Jane to build her confidence and independence, supporting her access to therapy, strengthening her parenting, and helping her take steps towards future employment. While challenges remain, Jane is now more confident, better supported, and increasingly able to advocate for herself and her children thanks to FSW and the practitioner who has worked closely with her.
Get Involved with FSW! There are many ways to support Family Support Work, whether through donating, volunteering, or attending our events. If you’d like to get involved, we’d love to hear from you! We have lots of exciting fundraising events coming up which are perfect opportunities to bring friends and family and make a real difference for the families we support.
Upcoming events: enjoy a series of Open Gardens throughout spring and summer, including Butlers Farmhouse 9th & 10th June (see poster left).
Visit: www.familysupportwork.org/eventss/
Hannah Rothwell,
Digital Communications and Fundraising,
Office tel: 01273 832963