Peace of Mind CIO

Peace of Mind CIO run projects to help refugees and asylum seekers in the North East of England. Their projects include:

  • weekly support drop in session Wednesdays 12pm to 2pm for practical and emotional support. They help with:  translation, registering with a doctor, finding a solicitor, healthy living, food parcels, clothing, baby equipment, to settle in to the community and with destitution issues.
  • parenting in the UK workshop
  • community safety sessions
  • Bensham Community Food Co-op
  • a small dedicated fund to help destitute refugees and asylum seekers in emergencies
  • help to fill the holiday gap with activities and refreshments for children and carers during the holidays
  • arts and crafts activities for children