ALDI LLANELLI - TROSTRE RD

Threshold DAS is an organisation committed to the elimination of violence and abuse of women, men, children and young people and those who are perpetrators through effecting political, cultural, and social change. We provide a range of services, further details of which can be found on our website https://threshold-das.org.uk/ Follow us on our social media platforms for the most up to date information.

The Blaen-y-maes drop in centre is open 4 days a week, we have foodshare and a foodbank, every Tuesday and Friday, our foodbank is independent and rely on donations, to keep running it, and helping out families and individuals. We have an over 50s group which is run on a Thursday between 11am and 1pm.We run free family activities during half term, and free training courses.We are currently selling pre-loved clothing and bric a brac items from our community clothing shop, that have been donated from the community. The money we take at the community shop goes towards paying the running costs, which helps keep the centre open . We have an informal drop in centre where , Free tea and coffee is available for those who want a chat or informal advice and signposting. Our community shares with the rest of Wales in the recession and Government benefit cuts. We aim to address this issue by distributing free food through hampers that we receive monthly, food share items that we collect locally. Our service is self funding through recycling clothes we are run and staffed by volunteers and our building is provided by the local authority. We also have a litter picking hub, where the community can come snd help tidy up the area, on our litter picking events. A lovely community garden for anyone to drop by, help maintain the garden or come and have a chat and a cuppa.

At new Bees community Team our mission is to unite communities through compassionate fundraising and food sharing initiatives. Our goal is to ensure that everyone who comes to us regardless of circumstances has access to nutritious meals. By organising effective fundraising events and establishing a network for food distribution, we strive to make a lasting difference in the lives of those facing food insecurity. Through collaborative efforts and engagement we aim to make a meaningful impact and contribute to the well being of our fellow community members. We operate from the Lodge in Gorseinon SA4 4PE which has a 4 star Hygiene rating. We have access to the kitchens at the Lodge. We will identify service users from the local LAC as well well as our FB Prescence and word of mouth. Other services we will provide are organising events and activities such as coffee mornings, learn to cook sessions, offering support for residents in need, offering a safe warm space within the lodge for people to come and chat and have a hot drink and cake. Supporting local charities through fund raising. Fostering local connections and collaborating with local authorities and organisations for community development initiatives. We will also facilitate opportunities for residents to get involved through community champions within stores such as Asda to do community clean ups and litter picking. We will undertake projects to promote environmental sustainability such as community gardens and recycling programmes. There will be no charge for our service, everything will be provided on a voluntary basis. We do not currently collect surplus food but would like the opportunity to do so.