…all BHT projects have continued to provide services and change lives across Sussex. We have played our part to help rough sleepers move into accommodation and we continue to support those new to rough sleeping – between eight and twelve people every week in Brighton and Hove alone. Our dedicated…
BHT has appointed a new Director of Support Services in preparation for its merger with Sussex Oakleaf in April. Rachael Kenny is currently the Head of Participation at the Sussex Partnership Foundation NHS Trust, having had an 18 year career within the NHS. A social worker by training, Rachael also…
The kitchen of BHT’s Archway project has been transformed thanks to a donation from HSBC UK. The care home is a specialised residential mental health service which has been rated as ‘Outstanding’ by the Care Quality Commission. The Archway project provides intensive support to people with mental health support needs,…
…Research by the Mental Health Foundation on the mental health impacts of the pandemic showed that going for walks in nature was a key coping strategy for many, and that 45% of us said being in green spaces had been vital for our mental health. Watch their video to find…
The chief executive of Brighton Housing Trust, Andy Winter, has written to Brighton and Hove Members of Parliament, Peter Kyle, Caroline Lucas and Lloyd Russell-Moyle, asking them to urge Nadhim Zahawi MP, the Minister for COVID Vaccine Deployment, to include homeless people in the priority groups for those to receive…
A BHT Sussex project that helps people who are homeless to get off the streets and into employment has successfully secured an additional three years of funding from the National Lottery Community Fund. The project, which is called Accommodation for Work, is the only one of its kind in the…
…the Academy of Social Sciences. He is a Specialist Adviser to the House of Commons Communities, Housing and Local Government Select Committee and a part-time Senior Lecturer at the School of Applied Sciences at the University of Brighton. Kelvin was an Examining Inspector dealing with major infrastructure projects for the…
This month we are launching an exciting new report, ‘Ripple Effect: A Guide to Systems Change with Fulfilling Lives South East’ and you can register now to attend a launch webinar on 26 or 28 April. Achieving systems change is at the heart of Fulfilling Lives South East, a programme…
…new services, service user representation at boards and decision-making forums, policy review, surveys, sector wide forums, Peer Research, etc. Community Purpose: Being part of the community, offering services and tackling stigma. Activities: Peer Led organisations, mutual aid groups, recovery cafes, music, art and performance groups, etc. Co-production Working with people…
…in these ten areas to devise ‘anthems’ celebrating each local area, women’s football and the tournament itself. During March and April 2022, an RPO team led by composer Sam Mason delivered eight workshops in Brighton & Hove, working with schools and community groups to create a new piece called ‘Dare…
…and they are able to rebuild their lives with the skills and self-belief they were not given as children. Brendon is a 31-year old alcohol and cocaine addict who recently completed treatment within our Addiction Services. This is his story. “Hi my name is Brendon and I am a recovering…
…a hot meal together, cooked by a team of volunteers. Members have the opportunity to make friends, learn new skills and grow in confidence, all through the power of singing together as part of a supportive and joyful choir community. Andy Winter, Chief Executive of BHT Sussex, said: I have…
