The Manna, a day centre in Islington, London supports people who are marginalised, vulnerable or homeless.
With an average of 90 visitors a day, they offer a safe place where people can visit without judgment. Visitors can have a shower and wash their clothes; they can have something to eat and the chance to speak to a friendly face and receive independent advice.
The Project
The well-used building had faced years of wear and tear, and the charity applied for CRASH’s help. Together with their Corporate Patrons they:
- Transformed the shower room into a clean and easy to maintain space – it is back to its frequent use by the people who visit.
- The newly painted walls and bespoke colour palette gives the space the warm, cosy and safe feeling it deserves.
- New flooring is a durable, easy to look after surface that suits The Manna and their needs, it has brightened up the space and removed all trip hazard risks.
- New energy-efficient lighting has been fitted throughout the hall which has helped to give the space a cheerful lift and will result in cost savings in the long run.
“We approached CRASH seeking help with a shabby shower room and a floor that had pieces missing.. CRASH undertook to tackle both these problems. But it didn’t stop there! They came up with lots more ideas, things we hadn’t really noticed or were reluctant to ask for. A big thank you to VolkerFitzpatrick (who led the build) and to all the suppliers and CRASH patrons involved, and also to CRASH who made us feel we were working in partnership rather than being recipients of charity”
Anne Cartwright, Volunteer at The Manna
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