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Organised by Providence Chapel
Providence Chapel, 103 Oxford Rd
Reading
RG1 7UD
Monday
5 - 7pm
We offer free hot meals for the community
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Warm Welcome
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Organised by All Nations Christian Centre
All Nations Christian Centre, Berkeley Avenue, Reading, RG1 6JE
Tuesday
If you are looking for a warm, friendly place to visit come and join us! Hot drinks and food available from 12 noon to 4.30pm, as well as a warm place to sit and chat.
We are also part of Community Food Share working with Tesco to reduce food waste. We will have free food available from 3pm each Tuesday. Bring a bag, collect some food and stay for a hot drink and something to eat.
For more information please get in touch with us or visit the Warm Welcome website.
free
Foodshare
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Organised by Wycliffe Baptist Church
Wycliffe Baptist Church, 233 King's Rd,
Reading
RG1 4LS
Sunday, Thursday, Saturday
Foodshare is open every Thursday, Saturday and Sunday at 8pm.
We operate from the Lower Back Hall of the Church building. Access is from the side entrance, next to the Church carpark.
Telephone: 07395 242 372
Facebook: facebook.com/foodsharewycliffe
Share
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Organised by Emmanuel Church
Emmanuel Church, South Lake Crescent, Woodley, Reading, RG5 3QW
Monday
3.30 to 4.30 pm
SHARE is a community project that offers a range of fresh produce including bread and vegetables, which are either surplus or end of day items from the local supermarkets.
Come along with a bag and pick up some food. No referral needed. There is a minimum £1 donation most of which will go towards warm banks in Woodley.
£1 donation
Woodley Food Bank
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Organised by Emmanuel Church
Emmanuel Church, South Lake Crescent, Woodley, Reading, RG5 3QW
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday
Woodley Food Bank serves the people of Woodley and surrounding areas. If you need a food parcel you can collect one yourself from Emmanuel most week day mornings. Please click here for opening times on the Woodley Food Bank website.
Lunch Bunch
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Organised by Emmanuel Church
Emmanuel Church, South Lake Crescent, Woodley, Reading, RG5 3QW
Lunch Bunch operates out of Emmanuel during school holidays. It aims to provide packed lunches for children in need in Woodley.
Please contact Lunch Bunch if you would like to request a lunch. Click here for the website.
ReadiFood
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Organised by ReadiFood
ReadiFood, 31- 33 Boulton Road RG2 0NH
ReadiFood is a “by referral only” service.
You cannot order a parcel for yourself
We need you to approach someone at Reading Borough Council, Social Services, the Job Centre, Doctor, School, or indeed any professional body/agency who will be able to vouch for your need.
HOWEVER, if you feel your need is desperate call the office on 0118 987 2672 and we can assess your need and may offer a one off parcel and point you in the direction of the right agency for you to contact to gain a referral.
Community Fridge Service – New Beginnings
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Organised by New Beginnings Reading
New Beginnings Reading, Queens Arms
Great Knollys St
Reading
RG1 7HL
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Wednesdays: 12pm - 1pm
Thursdays: 6pm - 7pm
Fridays: 6pm - 7pm
Our Community Fridge is open Wednesday to Friday. We offer a selection of free fresh and non-perishable food. This is a drop-in service with no referral needed.
We also run a Toiletries Service every first Tuesday and Wednesday of the month.
free
Food Handouts – SADAKA
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Organised by Sadaka
Fairview Community Centre RG1 7HL
Saturday
Sadaka provides twice a week a nutritional and warm meal alongside a bottle of water, a bag of crisps, a cereal bar, a fruit, and a dessert.
It also held food distribution every Saturday.
Contact for more details: 0118 324 6565 or info@sadakagives.org.uk
Hot Meal Service – New Beginnings
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Organised by New Beginnings Reading
New Beginnings Reading, Queens Arms
Great Knollys St
Reading
RG1 7HL
Tuesday
6PM - 7PM
Every Tuesday we provide a sit-in meal for anyone who wants to relax and enjoy a freshly cooked meal.
Pavilion Pantry
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Organised by Faith Christian Group
The Pavilion, 143-145 Oxford Road Reading RG1 7UY
Wednesday
10.00am -12.00pm
Run by Faith Christian Group with LifeSpring Church.
If you become a member, you will pay just £6 each time you visit, and in return you can access food worth far, far more. You’ll always find a wide selection, including fresh and long-life options, fruit and veg, family favourites and non-food essentials. It is open to people on low income or universal credit who live in our catchment area. You can sign up online or pop along to the Pantry and our friendly volunteers will sign you up.
Contact pavilion@readingpantries.org.uk or call 01189 872 672
£6 per visit
SHARE Earley @ Brookside
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Organised by Brookside Church
Brookside Church, Brookside Close
Earley
Reading
RG6 7HG
Wednesday
5:30 - 6:30pm
Complimentary Brookside Cafe and chat from 5pm.
No referral is required.
Help yourself to a basket of fresh produce. Bring your own bag and £1.
We believe in caring more and wasting less. Everyone is welcome. You will find friendly faces and plenty of fresh food.
£1 donation
Southcote Pantry
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Organised by Faith Christian Group
Southcote Family Church, 280a Southcote Lane, RG30 3BL
Tuesday
3.30 pm - 5.30 pm
Run by Faith Christian Group with Southcote Family Church.
If you become a member, you will pay just £6 each time you visit, and in return you can access food worth far, far more. You’ll always find a wide selection, including fresh and long-life options, fruit and veg, family favourites and non-food essentials. It is open to people on low income or universal credit who live in our catchment area. You can sign up online or pop along to the Pantry and our friendly volunteers will sign you up.
For further details, please email southcote@readingpantries.org.uk or call 01189 87 2 672.
£6 per visit
Warm Welcome Space
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Organised by Caversham Baptist Church
Caversham Baptist Church, Caversham Baptist Church
South Street
Caversham
Reading
Berkshire RG4 8HY
Friday
10:00am to 1:30pm
We are a warm, welcoming place with hot and cold refreshments, friendly people to chat with and the opportunity for a quiet place to pray or meditate for those who would like. Everything is free of charge.
We partner with the Waitrose community matters scheme. Subject to availability, there is surplus food available to take away, free of charge. Bring a bag and help yourself.
Part of the Warm Welcome Space initiative.
Supported by Churches Together in Caversham and Queen Anne’s School.
Free
Community Outreach
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Organised by The Salvation Army in Wokingham
The Salvation Army in Wokingham, Sturges Road
Wokingham
RG40 2HD
United Kingdom
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
10am – 1pm
Appointment-based service to those experiencing homelessness, in temporary accommodation and tenancy sustainment. During Community Outreach the hall will be open as a drop-in centre for anyone who is experiencing homelessness or in need.
We can provide:
- Food
- Meals during the times they are being served
- Clothing
- Bedding
- Use of shower room, washing machine and tumble dryer
- Access to a computer (use is monitored)
- Employment plus
- Signposting to the appropriate agencies
- Prayer
The Well
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Organised by Kings Church Wokingham
Kings Church Wokingham, Church Office, 9 Station Rd, Wokingham RG40 2AD
Wednesday
11am - 3pm (soup & bread lunch from 12:30pm)
A weekly gathering in a warm place for anyone who would like to join in making lunch together and share life and hobbies. Soup will be prepared from produce collected from 'Share', and a pop-up 'Share' stall is available with fresh food to take home.
Times of prayer and reflection take place through the session.
SHARE Shinfield
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Organised by SHARE Wokingham
Shinfield Community Church, 1 Fairmead Road, Shinfield RG2 9DL
12:30 - 1:30pm (free cafe until 2 pm)
No referral is required and the food is free. Our food sharing is for anyone who feels they could do with some help – even if just temporarily. Everyone is welcome. No questions are asked. You will just find friendly faces and plenty of fresh produce.
£1 donation
SHARE Winnersh
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Organised by SHARE Wokingham
The Gate Church, 1 Bearwood Road, Sindlesham, Wokingham RG41 5BB
Wednesday
Cafe from 3.30pm and food collection 4-5pm.
No referral is required and the food is free. Our food sharing is for anyone who feels they could do with some help – even if just temporarily. Everyone is welcome. No questions are asked. You will just find friendly faces and plenty of fresh produce.
Please note there is no parking available at the venue.
£1 donation
SHARE Wokingham at The Well
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Organised by SHARE Wokingham
The Well at King’s Church, 9 Station Road, RG40 2AD
11 - 3 pm
No referral is required and the food is free. Our food sharing is for anyone who feels they could do with some help – even if just temporarily. Everyone is welcome. No questions are asked. You will just find friendly faces and plenty of fresh produce.
£1 donation
SHARE Wokingham at Norreys Church
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Organised by SHARE Wokingham
Norreys Church, Norreys Avenue RG40 1UU
12:30 - 2:30 pm
No referral is required and the food is free. Our food sharing is for anyone who feels they could do with some help – even if just temporarily. Everyone is welcome. No questions are asked. You will just find friendly faces and plenty of fresh produce.
£1 donation
Whitley Wood Pantry
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Organised by Reading Family Church
Whitley Wood Community Centre 28-35 Lexington Grove, Reading RG2 8UG
1pm - 3pm
Whitley Wood Pantry runs in partnership with Faith Christian Group.
If you become a member, you will pay just £5 each time you visit, and in return you can access food worth far, far more. You’ll always find a wide selection, including fresh and long-life options, fruit and veg, family favourites and non-food essentials. It is open to people on low income or universal credit who live in our catchment area. You can sign up online or pop along to the Pantry and our friendly volunteers will sign you up.
Contact: whitleywood@readingpantries.org.uk or call 07739414085
£5 per visit
Wesley Pantry
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Organised by Faith Christian Group
Wesley Methodist Church 84 Queens Road Reading RG1 4BW
Wednesday
10am - 12pm
Run by Faith Christian Group with Wesley Methodist Church.
If you become a member, you will pay just £6 each time you visit, and in return you can access food worth far, far more. You’ll always find a wide selection, including fresh and long-life options, fruit and veg, family favourites and non-food essentials. It is open to people on low income or universal credit who live in our catchment area. You can sign up online or pop along to the Pantry and our friendly volunteers will sign you up.
Contact wesley@readingpantries.org.uk or call 01189 872 672
£6 per visit
Hexham Pantry
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Organised by Faith Christian Group
Hexham Road Community Centre 1a Bamburgh Close, Reading RG2 7UD
Wednesday
12pm - 2pm
Run by Reading Family Church in partnership with Faith Christian Group.
If you become a member, you will pay just £5 each time you visit, and in return you can access food worth far, far more. You’ll always find a wide selection, including fresh and long-life options, fruit and veg, family favourites and non-food essentials. It is open to people on low income or universal credit who live in our catchment area. You can sign up online or pop along to the Pantry and our friendly volunteers will sign you up.
Contact Jo on 07739 414 085 or email: whitleywood@readingpantries.org.uk
£5 per visit
Emmanuel Pantry
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Organised by Faith Christian Group
Emmanuel Methodist Church 448 Oxford Road Reading RG30 1EE
Wednesday
6pm - 8pm
Run by Faith Christian Group, in partnership with Emmanuel Methodist Church.
If you become a member, you will pay just £6 each time you visit, and in return you can access food worth far, far more. You’ll always find a wide selection, including fresh and long-life options, fruit and veg, family favourites and non-food essentials. It is open to people on low income or universal credit who live in our catchment area. You can sign up online or pop along to the Pantry and our friendly volunteers will sign you up.
Contact emmanuel@readingpantries.org.uk or call 01189 872 672
£6 per visit
Coley Park Pantry
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Organised by Faith Christian Group
Coley Park Baptist Church Wensley Road, Coley Park, Reading, RG1 6DU
Thursday
9:30am - 12:30pm
Run by Faith Christian Group with Coley Park Baptist Church.
If you become a member, you will pay just £6 each time you visit, and in return you can access food worth far, far more. You’ll always find a wide selection, including fresh and long-life options, fruit and veg, family favourites and non-food essentials. It is open to people on low income or universal credit who live in our catchment area. You can sign up online or pop along to the Pantry and our friendly volunteers will sign you up.
Contact coleypark@readingpantries.org.uk or call 07923 246 227
£6 per visit
St Barnabas Pantry
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Organised by Faith Christian Group
Reading Gateway Church @ St Barnabas Elm Road Reading RG6 5TS
Thursday
1pm - 3pm
Run by Faith Christian Group, in partnership with Reading Gateway Church.
If you become a member, you will pay just £6 each time you visit, and in return you can access food worth far, far more. You’ll always find a wide selection, including fresh and long-life options, fruit and veg, family favourites and non-food essentials. It is open to people on low income or universal credit who live in our catchment area. You can sign up online or pop along to the Pantry and our friendly volunteers will sign you up.
Contact stbarnabas@readingpantries.org.uk or call 07366 391 947
£6 per visit
Norcot Pantry
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Organised by Faith Christian Group
Norcot Mission, Brockley Close, Reading. RG30 4YP
Friday
10am - 12:30pm
Run by Norcot Mission Church, in partnership with Faith Christian Group.
If you become a member, you will pay just £6 each time you visit, and in return you can access food worth far, far more. You’ll always find a wide selection, including fresh and long-life options, fruit and veg, family favourites and non-food essentials. It is open to people on low income or universal credit who live in our catchment area. You can sign up online or pop along to the Pantry and our friendly volunteers will sign you up.
Contact norcot@readingpantries.org.uk or call 07821 652 024.
£6 per visit
CiRDiC Drop in Centre – for Women
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Organised by CiRDiC
Providence Chapel Oxford Road
Wednesday
10am - 1pm
CIRDICs Centre for women offers a wide range of support services to our guests:
- Hot nutritious meals
- Clean clothing and toiletries
- Bath and shower facilities
- Provision of a safe postal address
- Use of a telephone
- Provision of confirmation of identity
- Listening time
Community Fridge
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Organised by The Way Ministry Reading
Fairview Community Centre, 90B Great Knollys Street, Reading
Sunday
2pm to 3pm
We take donations from local food retailers and use them to fight hunger. This is open to anyone in need - please just turn up.
If you or someone you know needs food you can get in touch at thewayministryreading@outlook.com.
We also have clothes and shoes available.
Free
Shinfield Community Church Food Share
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Organised by Shinfield Baptist Church
School Green Centre, Shinfield, Reading RG2 9EH
Monday
Monday 11.45 -1pm
At Share you can pick up any of the high quality food items for free with a voluntary £1 donation. There is also a free cafe that everyone is welcome to attend.
Everyone and anyone is welcome to foodshare regardless of background or belief.
£1 donation
Frontline Debt Advice – ACC
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Organised by Argyle Community Church
84 Queens Road, Reading
Thursday
Frontline serves the community by providing expert help to those who are under the burden of debt, often through no fault of their own. We provide debt advice, benefit advice and help with budgeting. More details can be found on the Frontline website.
At Argyle Community Church we run weekly sessions on Thursday morning – make an appointment via the Frontline Reading branch at 84, Queen’s Road or on 0118 9569300). Appointments can be made for other days at the Queens Road office
CommuniCare – Cafe 12
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Organised by CommuniCare
Lifespring Church, 143-145 Oxford Rd, Reading RG1 7UY
Thursday
Communicare helps people in Reading through offering information, advice and support. It works with people, not issues, and empowers them in their situation, thereby building independence.
On Thursdays between 10am and 12pm, we can help you at Cafe 12 at church.
Our services include: Benefit checks, Benefit applications, Housing advice, Form filling, Budgeting advice, Low level debt advice
Free
CommuniCare – Reading Community Learning Centre
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Organised by CommuniCare
94 London Street Reading RG1 4SJ
Tuesday
10.00am - 12.30pm (ladies only)
CommuniCare – helping people in Reading by offering information, advice and support.
Free
Frontline Debt Advice Reading
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Organised by Frontline Debt Advice
Frontline Debt Advice Reading, 84 Queens Road, Reading, Berkshire RG1 4BW
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
- Is your monthly spending often more than your income?
- Are you behind with your mortgage or rent?
- Do you dip into money allocated for something else?
- Are your credit card bills going up?
- Do you ignore letters from people you owe money to?
- Do you keep your financial concerns to yourself?
If you answer ‘yes’ to any of these, then you need help. Please come to see us, email us, or any other agency that offers FREE debt advice.
Free advice
CAP Money Course – Reading Family Church
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Organised by Reading Family Church
Reading Family Church, Reading Family Church Offices
448a Basingstoke Road
Reading RG2 0RX
The CAP Money Course is a revolutionary money management course that teaches simple budgeting skills that really work. Whether you’re looking to gain control of your finances, clear an overdraft, save up, give more or simply avoid getting into debt, this free course is for you.
The CAP Money course was devised by the award-winning charity Christians Against Poverty and consists of 3 sessions that include video and discussion. Each delegate will create a personalised budget using an interactive online spreadsheet, that can be used beyond the course as income/outgoings change. Personal information is not shared with anyone else!
free
Christians Against Poverty (CAP)
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Organised by Christians Against Poverty (CAP)
Christians Against Poverty (CAP),
Help with getting out of debt, finding a job and life skills. Visit the website or call 0800 328 0006.
Christian Community Action
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Organised by Christian Community Action
CCA Home
Monday
CA provides support for individuals and households in Reading who are in need of emergency furniture, bedding and kitchen items. We can also install cookers and fridges for clients.
If you are on benefits and low income, please email to support@ccam.org.uk and let us see how we can support you.
Ph: 0118 951 2337
Address: 4 Barrett Court, 70 Cardiff Road, RG1 8ED
CCA – Oxford Road Shop
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Organised by Christian Community Action
369-371 Oxford Road RG30 1HA
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Mon - Fri: 9.30am - 4.30pm
Saturday: 9.30am - 3pm
Phone: 0118 951 2339 For Shop Enquiries ONLY
CCA – Sonning Common Shop
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Organised by Christian Community Action
62 Wood Lane RG4 9SL
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Mon – Fri: 9.30am – 4.30pm
Saturday: 10.00am – 4.00pm
Phone: 0118 924 2851 For Shop Enquiries ONLY
CCA – Southcote Shop
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Organised by Christian Community Action
38 Coronation Square RG30 3QN
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Mon – Fri: 9.30am – 4.30pm
Saturday: 9.30am – 1pm
Phone: 0118 959 8656 For Shop Enquiries ONLY
CCA – Furniture Shop
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Organised by Christian Community Action
4 Barrett Court, 70 Cardiff Road, RG1 8ED
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
9.30pm to 4.30pm
Thanks to the generosity of our community, our floor is filled with pre-loved treasures — including top-quality furniture and whitegoods donated by locals who care. By shopping with us, you’re not just giving these pieces a second chance — you’re supporting a cycle of reuse, kindness, and sustainability.
Come and explore a wide range of stylish and affordable pre-loved furniture. Whether you’re on benefits or a low income, are a landlord or agency, or simply love a good browse, there’s something here for everyone!
CommuniCare – Norcot Food Pantry
Info
Organised by CommuniCare
Norcot mission church
Friday
10am - 12pm
CommuniCare – helping patients and family by offering information, advice and support.
Free
CommuniCare – Southcote Food Pantry
Info
Organised by CommuniCare
Southcote Family Church, 280a Southcote Lane, RG30 3BL
Tuesday
2:30pm - 4:30pm
CommuniCare – helping people in Reading by offering information, advice and support.
Free
Recovery Group
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Organised by Lifespring Church
Lifespring Church, 143-145 Oxford Rd, Reading RG1 7UY
Friday
The work of Door of Hope has expanded to include a weekly Recovery Group on a Friday at 2pm at the Pavilion to provide support and encouragement for those in recovery and for those currently still in addiction but seeking help to change their lifestyle
Anybody is welcome to drop in.
Communicare
Info
Organised by Lifespring Church
Lifespring Church, 143-145 Oxford Rd, Reading RG1 7UY
Thursday
10am and 12pm
Communicare helps people in Reading through offering information, advice and support. It works with people, not issues, and empowers them in their situation, thereby building independence.
On Thursdays between 10am and 12pm, we can help you at Cafe 12 at church.
Our services include:
- Benefit checks
- Benefit applications
- Housing advice
- Form filling
- Budgeting advice
- Low level debt advice
Daily sessions for all are also available from 10.00am at: CommuniCare Advice Centre (233 Kings Road, RG1 4LS)
free
Door of Hope
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Organised by Lifespring Church
Lifespring Church, 143-145 Oxford Rd, Reading RG1 7UY
Door of Hope came in to being in September 1998 to provide supported accommodation and discipleship for men with life-controlling problems (chiefly addiction to drugs and alcohol), with the following aims:
- empowering each individual into suitable work and/or education;
- nurturing residents toward a higher level of stability;
- overcoming life controlling problems;
- reintegrating residents into mainstream community;
- supporting former residents in their independence and providing an on-going sense of community for them.
Employment Plus Services
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Organised by The Salvation Army in Wokingham
The Salvation Army in Wokingham, Sturges Road
Wokingham
RG40 2HD
United Kingdom
We offer tailored support to help people become job-ready, to get a job and to stay in work. We can help with:
- Learning progressions and qualifications
- Assisted Job Search
- Digital Inclusion
- Benefits advice and support
- Listening ear
Please contact us for more information.
Welcome Reading
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Organised by Wycliffe Baptist Church
Wycliffe Baptist Church, 233 King's Rd,
Reading
RG1 4LS
Welcome Reading provides support for those new to the UK
Find your welcome
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Organised by Welcome Churches
Welcome Churches,
Find Your Welcome is a free online hub created to help refugees and migrants find their feet in the UK. It offers clear, practical information on healthcare, housing, education, work, finances and more - all available in 8 languages. Through the site, people can also connect with a local church for further support.
Available in Arabic, English, Farsi, French, Pashto, Spanish, Tigrinya, and Ukrainian.