The Spitalfields Crypt Trust
• Introduction
• The Crypt
• Our Clients
Ongoing projects and Initiatives
• Drop-In Centre
• Acorn House
• Downham Lodge
• Bridge House
Fundraising
• Charity Shops
• How You Can Help
• Volunteering
Future Plans
• Training and Education Centre
Links
• Hanbury Community Project
Bridge House, in Bow, opened in September 1996. It houses seven residents, each having a single room, and has a T.V. lounge, large kitchen/dining area and laundry facilities. There is a lovely garden and many of the residents enjoy getting involved in the weeding and planting!
The house has a quiet and peaceful family atmosphere. Originally it was used particularly for older men (45+) looking for a long term home in supported accommodation, rather than a home of their own. However, as the average age of residents in our projects has dropped, the ultimate aim of a flat of their own has become more commonly desired. Today, the age range at Bridge House and Downham Lodge is very much the same.
Pictured above are Dave and Jim, one current and one former resident of Bridge House.
The house is completely self-catering, there is a House Meeting each week, and there are regular reviews of residents progress in place. Staff are around most days and happy to give any extra support as and when required.
CRITERIA FOR APPLICANTS:
- To have completed a first stage recovery programme
- To have been sober for at least 26 weeks
- Committed to abstinence from alcohol/drugs
- To have sufficient life-skills for fairly independent living, including the ability to carry out light cleaning duties
- Willingness to take part in some daytime activities, for example voluntary work
For further information, please contact: Mr. Dave Peacock (Project Manager), Bridge House, 12, Mornington Grove, Bow, E3 4NS Tel. 0208 983 7043