David Lloyd Maidstone

Homeless Care is supporting homeless and vulnerable people in Maidstone Community . Maidstone Day Centre is open 6 days a week and providing full range of support for homeless people from hot meals , showers , washing facilities to housing and benefits support , postal address and use of IT equipment . Our food bank project is providing emergency food parcels for individuals in crises . We also supporting with food children centres and community groups . We working closely with lot of other organizations in our community .

Heart of Kent Hospice cares for adults with terminal illnesses living in the Maidstone and Tonbridge & Malling areas. We offer highly-skilled care for people who have reached the end of life and help others live as fully as possible, with choice and dignity, within the limitations of their illness. We also support those who are closest to them. Our care is free of charge and available to everyone who needs it We depend on the support of our local community to give £4 out of every £5 we spend. Everything we do is defined by compassion, respect and the understanding that each individual’s needs are unique. At any one time more than 550 people are benefiting from our services which are provided free of charge to everyone. We are proud to be rated ‘Outstanding’ by the Care Quality Commission.

Dandelion Time helps children in Kent struggling with the effects of trauma, abuse or neglect. Children spend time on our farm with animals and crafts to overcome emotional difficulties, grow in confidence and begin to love and trust again. Our approach is family based and creates opportunities for new beginnings and improved relationships. The service recognises the importance of being in a peaceful natural environment, absorbing children in calming hands on activities. Therapists guide families to harness the healing powers of the natural world using materials such as wood, wool and clay, to care for animals and to grow and eat healthy food thus laying down new positive memories: * Dandelion Time gives children and families time and space to love and trust again * Time to heal from emotional trauma and abuse * Time to rebuild confidence and strengthen relationships * And time to develop skills and aspirations for a brighter future