OneRichmond have collated a list of community resources available to help residents across the borough stay safe and supported this December.
❄️ Winter Warm Spaces
If you are worried about heating your home, “Warm Spaces” are available across the borough. These are safe, heated places (such as libraries, community centres, and cafés) where you can spend time without any expectation to spend money.
Examples include:
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Hampton: Hampton Inspired Hub
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Richmond: Museum of Richmond
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Teddington: Teddington Community Café and the Cambrian Community Centre
You can view the full list of available spaces on the Council’s Cost of Living Directory
🎄 Christmas Day Meals & Support
If you, or someone you know, would otherwise be spending Christmas Day alone or is struggling to afford a meal, there are several free community events taking place on December 25th.
Hampton: Never Alone at Christmas
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What: A free event with a hot meal, live music, and gifts.
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Where: Inspired Hub, 3 Ashley Rd, Hampton, TW12 2JA.
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Time: 10:00 am – 3:00 pm.
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How to book: Email theinspiredhub@gmail.com.
Richmond: Soup Kitchen
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What: Free hot food, no questions asked.
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Where: St John the Divine, Kew Rd, Richmond TW9 2NA.
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Time: 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm (Open Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, NYE & NY Day).
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Details: No booking required.
Twickenham: Meet and Deep Community Party
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What: A community gathering with free samosas, spiced tea, and company.
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Where: 34 Hampton Road (Next to the Prince Albert Pub), TW2 5QB.
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Time: 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm.
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Details: Everyone welcome, no booking needed.
Teddington: Churches Together Christmas Lunch
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What: A full Christmas lunch, entertainment, and transport if required.
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Where: Elleray Centre, Teddington, North Lane, TW11 0HJ.
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Time: 10:45 am – 3:30 pm.
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How to book: Email christmas25@stjohnshamptonwick to book a place.
ℹ️ Further Resources
Ruils Independent Living has put together a resource pack containing information on mental health support and other services available throughout the holiday period. You can view the pack here.
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