Next Steps workshops
Two “Next Steps” workshops for Homes for Ukraine Hosts and Guests in Dorset were held on Thursday 29 th September at Father’s House, Christy’s Lane, Shaftesbury, SP7 8PH.
The workshops were led by #HelpAndKindness and focused on the range of accommodation options and how to make them happen.
They also discussed employment and education to help people make a successful transition from their initial hosting to independent living.
#DorsetTogether organisations involved included
Citizens Advice,
WiseAbility,
Dorset Council Resettlement Team,
Dorset Mind,
Skills and Learning,
Eloise and Nicky from Wardrobe Foundation were also on hand to help with new clothing to boost confidence and empower. The warm boots and new fashion they brought with them delighted the guests.
Shaftesbury Refugee Group were pleased to host this event and thank our partner, Father’s House for their support and the superb space and AV equipment.
Children were of course welcome and we had great fun with trainsets, castles, aeroplanes and colouring whilst the hosts and guests could handle the new information being shared.
Everything we are learning is going into the Practical Advice pages that get regularly updated. if you have any concerns about the next steps do please contact us.
Especial thanks to the translators on the night. They did a superb job and deserved the very generous round of applause.
