Getir Smethwick

- General charitable purposes - Education/training - The advancement of health or saving of lives - Disability - The prevention or relief of poverty - Overseas aid/famine relief - Religious activities - Economic/community development/employment - Other charitable purposes - Children/young people - Elderly/old people - People with disabilities - Other charities or voluntary bodies - The general public/mankind - Provides buildings/facilities/open space - Provides services - Provides advocacy/advice/information - Sponsors or undertakes research - Other charitable activities

Brushstrokes is a partnership project of Father Hudson’s Care, the Infant Jesus Sisters and the Parish of St Philip Neri. We serve the whole community, particularly asylum seekers, refugees and newcomers, with kindness and respect, to affirm the rights and dignities of vulnerable people across Sandwell, West Birmingham and the Black Country. Brushstrokes now welcomes people from over 65 countries. The work with refugees continues to expand, helping them to rebuild their lives and settle into new homes, education and work in Sandwell. The core activities are driven by the needs of the people who use the services, both in the community and those identified on outreach visits. Our work can be divided into two main areas: •Teaching of ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) along with associated skills such as numeracy, employment skills and citizenship •Reaching out into local communities by providing practical help to those in need including food, clothing and baby items. ​We offer 1.Practical Help 2.Information, Advice and Guidance 3.Education 4.Housing Support 5.Social Activity