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Welcome

Our aim is to build a future where every person thrives, and no one just survives. We support people experiencing disadvantage in Lincolnshire to:

  • Build their trust and confidence – by providing a safe space where we listen/value what they have to say.
  • Develop their capacity and skills – by building on their strengths/aspirations and providing training to improve their economic prospects.
  • Improve their health and wellbeing – by providing a range of services to support mental health.
  • Engage and benefit from additional support – by encouraging service participants to speak out, and advocating for them as they seek specialist support about issues affecting their lives.

Our core delivery is based around two forms of activity:

1)           1-1 coaching and mentoring programmes and advocacy support working with beneficiaries from a broad background  including individuals with poor mental health, ex-offenders, individuals furthest from the employment market and rough sleepers.

2)           Creative, peer led, group sessions that provide an additional space for support, friendship, and creativity.

Supporting over 500 beneficiaries a year, our four main projects include:

  • Step in the Right Direction – a one-to-one coaching/mentoring programme
  • Bridging the Gap – a reducing reoffending project
  • Better Together – a collaborative project with two other charities in Lincoln offering a programme of mentoring and coaching, therapeutic garden-based activities, volunteering and training/work experience and support into employment.
  • Project Compass – our homelessness advocacy support project.

Our projects are supported by a team of 17 which includes 14 dedicated development workers who bring an array of skills to their roles and are all passionate about supporting people from all backgrounds in moving forward with their lives.

 

For more information on each of our projects visit the Our Projects section.

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4 hours ago

As we hopefully start to see some cooler weather descending on Lincoln next week, we wanted to share how we have supported the City's rough sleepers through challenging conditions. ITV Calendar South visProject Compassmpass this week (see below link) and was able to get an insight into what we do, not just in the heat, but all year round. Huge thanks go to Tommy (permission given to share) who interviewed brilliantly.www.youtube.com/watch?v=uW48X08b-ro (3.30 Minutes in to the news reel) ... See MoreSee Less
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1 day ago

A Few Spaces Still Available! Looking for a creative way to spend time this summer while supporting your wellbeing?Our Making Summer – Creativity and Wellbeing in Green Spaces programme at the Old Bowls Pavilion, Boultham Park, Lincoln is underway, and there are still a few spaces left on some of our artist-led workshops.From lino printing and monoprinting to journaling, willow sculpture, needle felting, wire art and more, these relaxed and welcoming sessions are designed to help you connect with nature, explore your creativity, and enjoy time with others in a beautiful park setting.✅ Suitable for all skill levels✅ All materials provided✅ Small, friendly groups✅ Booking essentialIf you've been thinking about joining us, now is the perfect time to book before the remaining places are gone.We'd love to welcome you this summer!To book your place visit - www.lumina.uk.com ... See MoreSee Less
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