Please note: owing to the position on Covid 19 and the Coronavirus, some organisations and venues will be closed, some will deliver their services differently. You can find the organisation website address on InformationNOW and visit their site for updates. Visit the dedicated coronavirus webpage for Newcastle City Council.
West End Women and Girls Centre
From April 2020
- Scran 4 Fam delivery of soup each day between 12 and 2pm. Ring tel number below. Ring or text mobile or use Facebook messenger
- areas include Elswick, Arthurs Hill, Benwell, Scotswood, Denton Burn and Fenham
- register providing your name, address, postcode and how many people in your household
- they will follow Public Health guidelines in food preparation and handling and Government guidelines on social distancing
- They have a YouTube channel to keep in touch with members during lockdown
West End Women and Girls Centre supports women and girls to develop skills and confidence. Their services include:
- individual support
- information and advice
- advocacy
- referrals to relevant agencies
- women’s groups: One Stop Shop, Knit and Natter, Women’s Gardening, Friday cookery
- families groups
- girls groups
- support to victims 11 to 25 years old of domestic violence, honour based violence and forced marriage
- training courses
- Edible Elswick and West End Community Bakery. The bakery takes orders for one off or regular events, host event stalls, works with local food businesses and sells to the public
- drop in benefits advice from North East Law Centre during term time on Wednesdays 9am to 11am
West End Women and Girls Centre is commissioned by Newcastle City Council for obesity, nutrition and physical activity services.
