ALDI STAINES

To relieve financial hardship and to promote and preserve good health amongst the general public in stanwell and surrounding area by providing fund, food,goods and services of any kind as deemed appropriate by the trustees.

At Community Wisdom CIC we believe that healthy ageing is not only about medical care, and that social wellbeing plays a vital role in our health. Our programmes focus on fostering social connections, evoking memories, stimulating creativity, connecting with the environment and promoting healthy eating to prevent cognitive and physical decline, and to reduce loneliness and isolation in our community. Our programmes We collaborate with Staines Baptist Church, carrying out free, volunteer-led projects open to the entire community in Staines (TW18 4UW). Our Community Café is a welcoming place to meet people and participate in simple activities. Food for Health (Food Bank) is a welcoming space that redistributes surplus food and offers tips on healthy eating. Our Zero-Waste Composting ensures that all unavoidable food waste is composted sustainably Crochet and Knitting Circle is a relaxed group for creating and chatting at your own time. Seasonal Wellness offers simple health and safety tips at key times. Our Sensory Garden by the River is designed to stimulate the five senses, creating a peaceful and safe outdoor space where people can reconnect with nature. We much appreciate all the support and donations received. An can assure that all food donations received through Neighbourly and partners will be handled in accordance with Neighbourly’s Terms & Conditions. Volunteer, partner, or support us in making the County of Surrey and Kingston Upon Thames wonderful places to grow older. Let's build a community where everyone, at every age, feels valued, purposeful, and connected to their community. Thanks! Community Wisdom CIC Team

Following the pandemic and recent lockdowns, the need for and demand on Food Banks and their services have been particularly highlighted. At the Village Centre in Englefield Green we offer many services and Outreach Programmes for the community however the new project for 2021 is our Community Fridge & Kitchen. We have renewed our relationship with the Runnymede Foodbank and we are a collection point for Englefield Green residents. As well as this we will be providing vouchers for users of the Food Bank , which will enable individuals or families to come to our Cafe for a complimentary hot meal. Our Community Kitchen & Fridge, through the Community Fridge Network (Hubbub) will be providing fresh food and produce to the local community. A team of volunteers will be involved in collecting surplus perishable food from local businesses and suppliers, that will then be made available to those in our community who need it. A successful Community Fridge will cut food waste, build stronger bonds within the community and provide people with nutritious, perishable food items and meals. The back of our building will be provided to house the Community Fridges & Freezers and will be accessible to the local community to come and collect fresh food items. Our volunteers will also be using the fresh produce collected to cook homemade meals that will be available to families in need through local schools, the elderly via local sheltered housing and Foodbank users. Our project will grow over time and we look forward to helping more individuals in need, at the same time playing our part in reducing food waste!