insideKENT Magazine Issue 78 - September 2018 | Page 164

CHARITY
CHARITY ROUNDUP cont.
Compaid
Compaid helps almost 2,000 disabled and vulnerable people each year,
making it one of the largest disability charities in the UK. So what is it
that Compaid does? Compaid works with individuals, focusing on them
as people and tailoring a bespoke plan so that they can use their own
particular skills, whether that might be computing, art, or talking to
people, and create a happy, fulfilling life for themselves.
www.compaid.org.uk
New Leaf Support
New Leaf Support provides safe, temporary accommodation for women
and their children who are victims of domestic abuse and violence
who need to have somewhere to stay so that they can leave their
dangerous situation. This could be elder abuse, rape, trafficking, child
abuse, forced marriage, honour-based violence, or stalking.
As well as the promise of a safe place to stay, New Leaf Support
helps with all practical arrangements, and liaises with landlords who
are able to provide more permanent homes.
www.newleafsupport.org
Kent, Surrey & Sussex Air Ambulance Trust
Operating 24 hours a day, the Kent, Surrey & Sussex Air Ambulance
trust provides an invaluable service for those who are critically ill and
injured. Almost completely run on donations and fundraising, there
are a number of different ways you can get involved. From fundraising
at work or school to joining in with specific events such as Run Reigate
(taking place on 16th September), you can help keep this all-important
charity going.
www.kssairambulance.org.uk
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The 3H Fund
For 40 years, the 3H Fund has been helping the disabled and
disadvantaged to enjoy wonderful holidays that they would never
otherwise have experienced. They are able to get away from the stresses
and worries of their everyday lives and enjoy a little time away where
they can really be themselves. It’s incredible what just a few days can
do for someone’s spirits and mental health, and this aids them when
they return home again, putting them in a more positive frame of mind.
In 2017, 3H helped over 600 people take a short break to many
exciting destinations across the UK which included activities such as
kayaking, sailing and abseiling.
To help 3H, you can donate money or time – helping hands on
holidays are always welcome, and training is given.
www.3hfund.org.uk
The Harmony Therapy Trust
Based in Sheerness on the Isle of Sheppey, the Harmony Therapy Trust
aims to help the seriously ill to live their best lives by bridging the gap
between invasive medical treatment and wellness. Support is offered
to help cope with these often life-limiting illnesses, and have over 100
holistic therapists working to relax and rejuvenate wherever possible.
This is not about medical intervention; this is about lifting someone’s
spirits and making them feel more positive, no matter what their
prognosis.
Events take place across the year, and during the summer there
is an annual Sanctuary Day with lots of fun and entertainment. Everyone
is welcome.
www.theharmoneytherapytrust.org.uk
Heart of Kent Hospice
Established in 1991, the Heart of Kent Hospice provides care in the
Maidstone, Aylesford, Tonbridge and Malling areas for those living with
a terminal disease. The work done here is what makes the biggest
difference in difficult times for both the patient and their loved ones.
Caring for over 1,300 families each year means that fundraising and
donation are always welcome – you can help by joining in with the
family-fun event at Leeds Castle on 2nd September, buying tickets to
an Elvis tribute night on 29th September, or taking part in the Moonlit
Walk on 13th October.
www.hokh.org
Kenward Trust
The Kenward Trust was opened in 1968, and it was designed to help
those who were seen as marginalised and disadvantaged; in particular,
the Kenward Trust focuses on drug and alcohol treatment and
rehabilitation across Kent and East Sussex, and is able to help around
200 people each year.
www.kenwardtrust.org.uk