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Subject Header: Activists endorses Sunderland’s Warm Spaces initiative

1 November, 2022 Destiny Hollern seal - 1

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Age UK will host an event to celebrate Sunderland’s Warm Spaces initiative.

Charity organisation Age UK has given their stamp of approval to Sunderland’s City Council campaign as they are set to host an event to celebrate the Warm Spaces initiative at St Mark’s Community Association on November 10.

The event will start at 2.30pm and will consist of members from Age UK and Sunderland City Council’s Cabinet Member for Vibrant City Councillor Linda Williams introducing the campaign and the aims which is to combat the cost of living crises and to reduce loneliness.

There are 55 venues that will be involved which range from churches, libraries, community centres and a recording studio. They will be located in various parts of Sunderland such as Southwick, Oxclose and Penshaw.

Jenna Meeks, who is the first youth board member for Age UK Sunderland, said: “It is great to see Sunderland create and support a campaign that helps their local community especially older people while still being environmentally conscious.” MF

While the Warm Spaces campaign was set up to provide a refuge or those who are struggling with heating bills because of the cost of living crises there is many other activities that can be used by visitors at the venues.

The range of activities include mother and toddler groups, exercise and adult education groups which include photography and arts and crafts.

Coun Linda Williams said: “We not only want the local community to feel warm and safe but to also have an enjoyable experience whether it is from interreacting with other people in a similar situation or learning a new skill or hobby.”

While many of the venues are open throughout the week, their opening and closing times as well as when the Warm Spaces time slot is available varies. To find out more visit the Sunderland City Council website https://www.sunderland.gov.uk/warm-spaces.

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