Turnaround Resources E1
Supporting the homeless and disadvantaged across London
Recent News and Events
(site updated 24/04/06)
David Faron has secured employment with the Security industry.
Miro makes it to a Grand Hotel
Miroslaw Mirozewski has been appointed as Food and Beverage Assistant at a well known hotel through the use of our resources at Turnaround.
UnLtd:
Hephzibah Ben'Adam receives an award from the UnLtd Millennium Awards Scheme.
Having been homeless, I am aware of the many barriers the homeless face in society. It has been my desire to contribute to the betterment of this group of people, some of whom are in their present situations due to unforseen circumstances.
I decided to apply for funding from the UnLtd Millennium to set up an organisation to enable homeless people to become more independent rather than living on handouts. The project will assist people to identify their skills and secure employment in the areas such as DIY, cleaning and car-washing.
The UnLtd Millennium has kindly given me £2000.00 which is going to bring ths idea into reality.
Back in work:
Juan Jimmennez, a Polish gentleman, has got a job as a Crane Operator through using our services. For details of other users we have supported into work, accommodation or training checkout Users Comment.
Legal Advice Surgeries:
In conjunction with a firm of solicitors, Duncan Lewis & Co., we are starting up a legal advice surgery on the 6th February 2006 between 1400 – 1700hrs. Although the advice will be predominantly on welfare benefits other topics, i.e. housing, immigration, etc. can be raised and passed on to the other members of the solicitors’ team if the person on duty cannot deal with it. Dependant on the demand, the hours may be increased at a later date
Annual Report and Accounts:
A copy of our annual report(2004/05) and graphical representation of our accounts can be viewed here. (Acrobat Reader required)
Hare Krishna:
The new computer facility at the centre now relocated from Camden to the Caledonian Rd close to Kings X station has been commissioned and is open. It is set up in a similar manner to our resource centre and has about 10 computers availlable.
Voicemail Messages:
In conjunction with St Mungo's we can now provide clients with no permanent address or phone a 0208 number where they can retrieve messsages for a minimal cost (from a pay phone or free of charge at Turnaround). This can be particularly useful for job seeking, trying to find suitable accommodation and keeping in touch with friends and family. Further information and FAQ's can be found on the Voicemail4all website.
Turnaround E1 Flyer:
A copy of our flyer describing the facilities we provide and, outlining the aims and ambitions of our project, can be viewed and printed by clicking here.
General:
A useful site for information on computer related disorders such as Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) can be found at Back to Back.
Business in the Community (BITC):
Our secretary recently addressed a conference organised by BITC to highlight the potential benefits of joint ventures between buisenesses and charities could achieve. A copy of his speech can be viewed here. A summary of the event can also be seen here, this was prepared by a multinationl firm.
Internet Cafe:
Our Internet Cafe service at the Ten Feet Away summer festival which ran from July 19th - 24th at the People's Show in Bethnal Green proved yet again how popular and attractive this facility is to participants, guests and attendees alike. Why not think about including it in your event? For details of the tariff and other aspects , contact us by phone or e-mail. We normally need at least one week's notice to ensure trouble-free running throughout.
Housing advice:
We provide guidance and assistance to people trying to get off the streets and into hostels and /or other accommodation can be accessed by contacting any of our volunteers. We have access to the online hostel database, now provided through the Homeless London website and can tell you the the targeted clientele for particular hostels and other relevant information. We also have contact with a private landlord that caters for people who are on benefits we have contact with who has limited vacancies every so often.
If you are a private landlord prepared to take DSS clients why not leave your name and contact details with us?
Welfare benefits:
Charities commission:
If you are invoved with a charity as a trustee or volunteer or use a charity's services and want to understand the organisational structure behind charitable work and what financial controls need to be in place, the Charity Commission provides need to be information at:- useful information at (CC3) and financial control (CC8). For more general guidelines see the charity commissions list of publications.
Homeless people:
For people needing food, clothing, furniture etc. the Homeless London website is a must go site.
Office Manager at Turnaround E1:
This position has now been filled. We would like to thank www.volresource.org.uk for their help in advertising the post and www.towerhamlets.org.uk for their assistance in selecting the successful applicant.
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