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Launching our 'Talking Therapies' pilot with the help of The National Lottery Community Fund

We're delighted to announce that funding from the Coronavirus Community Support Fund, distributed by The National Lottery Community Fund has helped us to launch our Talking Therapies Pilot (with thanks to the Government too for making this possible!). 

Valentine's Day Client Lunch

On Friday we held a fun, Valentine's-themed lunch for some of our clients at our Verdant Lane site. The food was amazing, and we have to give a big 'Thank You' to one of our clients, Francis, who took over the cooking from QVT team member, Akjen, who had a agonising back injury poor thing. His Pineapple Upside-down cake was incredible! 

Life after Lockdown here at QVT

Whilst we are extremely mindful that the risks of Covid-19 most certainly haven't gone away, it's been lovely to be able to begin to resume some of the activities that our clients so enjoy, and that are extremely good for their mental wellbeing. 

Lewisham 'Get Involved Fair'

On Saturday 25th January we took part in our very first 'Get Involved Fair' at Lewisham Library. The aim of the event is for local organisations to publicise the work that they do and by doing so try and recruit some volunteers. 

Quo Vadis Trust twice finalists in the Housing Heroes Awards 2020!

Some exciting news here at Quo Vadis Trust today- we've been shortlisted in not one, but two categories at the Housing Heroes Awards 2020! 

Quo Vadis Trust runners up at The Charity Finance Awards 2019

Some more great awards news here to finish off 2019 (we've been on a roll!): On the 5th December our Finance Team (pictured here are Steve, Pooja and Sharon) attended the Charity Finance Awards after being nominated in the 'Embracing Digital Reporting' category, and ended up with a 'Runners Up' award. 

Our Grant from the Postcode Community Trust (People's Postcode Lottery)

We've got some really, really great news here at QVT today- we have been awarded a large grant from the Postcode Community Trust, which is a grant-giving charity funded entirely by players of the People’s Postcode Lottery. 

Our night at the Great British Care Awards 2019!

We mentioned here in a news section a while ago that our Elmwood Lodge team had been shortlisted for The Care Home Team Awards at the Great British Care Awards, with the final being held at the Hilton in London if we were lucky enough to make it that far. 

Coronavirus (COVID-19): Advice on getting tested (update)

Morning all,

Hope you are keeping well,

 

Please see below a useful link from the government regarding getting tested if you believe you have Covid-19. The link includes guidance on coronavirus testing, including who is eligible for a test and how to get tested.

Trustees Week - 4th-8th November 2019

Last week (4th-8th November) was Trustees Week, an annual event to showcase the great work that trustees do, and highlight opportunities for people from all walks of life to get involved and make a difference.

We are a THE SUN '50 Grant' Winner!

Some great news here at QVT- we're over the moon to become a recipient of a 'The Sun' 50 grant, receiving £2000 for our charity! 

Quo Vadis Trust chosen to benefit from Co-op Local Community Fund

A great start to the week here- we're delighted that Quo Vadis Trust has been chosen to benefit from the next round of the Co-op Local Community Fund! 

Thank you 7th West Kent Boys Brigade!

In the thick of what is understandably a tough time for many right now, it's lovely to see glimmers of hope and acts of kindness.

Therefore we were so appreciative of this fab care box donated by the 7th West Kent Boys Brigade at Crayford Baptist Church

Verdant Lane Open Day

Last week was a busy one here for us all at QVT, with staff conferences, external conferences, plus our open day at Verdant Lane which ended up being a huge success thanks to our staff, clients, volunteers and contributors! 

How we're still looking after our clients throughout Covid-19

We thought we'd come on today to give our readers and supporters an update of what the activities and volunteer team have been doing at this strange & difficult time.

Quo Vadis Trust Awarded Local Grant

We're delighted to announce that as of today we've been awarded a grant of £1000 from a fellow local charity, Lewisham Almshouse! 

Our New 'Head of People'

We are delighted to announce that our current HR Manager, Mary-Anne Fiorini, is now a member of the Senior Leadership Team at QVT. Mary-Anne’s title will now be Head of People.

Elmwood Lodge Shortlisted for Award!

 

We're over the moon to announce that Elmwood Lodge has been shortlisted for The Care Home Team Award at the 2019 Great British Care Awards! 

Easter Weekend at Verdant Lane

The Covid-19 lockdown during Easter weekend didn’t stop QVT staff ensuring that the clients had some enjoyment and were able to get involved in various activities!

Toni Hale, one of our Relief Workers, made some beautiful Easter cards for each of the houses at Verdant Lane, distributed leaflets inviting all of them to a Sunday lunch specially prepared by Francis (one of our clients); decorated the outside with colourful bunting, and attached individual messages of positivity written by some of the clients (see above pictures).

Quo Vadis CEO, Ingrid Tennessee, becomes governor at South London & Maudsley NHS Trust

Here at Quo Vadis Trust we're delighted to announce that our CEO, Ingrid Tennessee, has stepped into a public governor position at the South London & Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust. 

Food, Glorious Food!

An update today with a little bit about a couple of the food-related initiatives we've been running for our clients lately. 

#StartsatHome day 2019

Today we are taking part in Starts at Home Day #StartsatHome that celebrates the positive impact that supported housing makes to thousands of people up and down the country. 

Ravensbourne Rotary Club Presentation Evening

Last week some of team Quo Vadis Trust attended the Ravensbourne Rotary Club presentation evening. At the event Quo Vadis Trust were presented with a much appreciated cheque for £500 by the Mayor of Bromley, Nicholas Bennett.

Recovery Month Calendar - September 2019

September is National Recovery Month - below is the calendar of events that Quo Vadis Trust will be running.