THE Wokingham community has once again come together to help build brand new facilities at The Salvation Army.
The charity’s premises in Sturges Road was in desperate need of updating and refurbishment, so a team of local tradesmen and volunteers have stepped in to help build a shower and wet room, which was officially opened on Thursday, March 26.
Work began on the project in the summer of 2014 after building firm FD Construction Solutions Ltd advertised their services to any local causes in need of help.
Managing director of the company, Mark Fowles said: “As a company we feel very blessed in the business the local area has given to us and we wanted to give something back. We’re strong believers that community matters.
“When we reached out, The Salvation Army reached back, and we were delighted to help.”
Wokingham Salvatation Army currently runs community outreach sessions on Mondays, Thursday and Saturdays for local people in need, or those experiencing homelessness.
The drop-in service includes a meal, social activities, advice and support as well as access to the washing machine and tumble dryer.
Church leader Lieutenant Nicola Muir said: “We are so excited about how our ministry can develop now we have such a fantastic facility here in our church and community centre. The only washing facility we had was a hand basin, now our service users can have a proper shower.
“I just want to say the biggest thank you to all the workers and volunteers who have made the project such a success. Mark and FD Construction but also Wokingham Lions and Audrey Meek from PTS Plumbing who have journeyed with us and brought BSW Building Services Ltd and other local companies on board. This really has been a collaborative effort.”
For more information about Wokingham Salvation Army please contact Nicola on (0118) 989 4055 or email nicola.muir@salvationarmy.org.uk
A TEAM of volunteers are making sure that more people in need across Wokingham can access The Salvation Army’s help by keeping the centre open on Wednesdays.
Inspire Change Wokingham has pulled together a team of volunteers to man the centre between 12.30pm and 6pm every Wednesday, making drinks, toasted sandwiches, soup and a main meal.
To volunteer email wokingham.salvationarmy@hotmail.co.uk or call (0118) 989 4055.
