Neil Craig from Teesside Samaritans gave us a very interesting talk on the work of the volunteers. The meeting was chaired by Sue Moppett.    

Ten members enjoyed coffee and scones at the Cart House in Hemlington.

Maureen Scott visited Grow Baby at the Vineyard Church in Thornaby. She presented nappies and baby items given by club members.

Two members visited the Purple Rose drop-in centre, taking gifts from members. These included bedding, towels, clothing and kitchen items. 

Liz Wood introduced Jennie Medhurst as our September speaker. Jennie promotes Fair Trade in the local  area.

  Cleveland Police collected ten New Start Bags prepared by a club member. They will be used for victims of trafficking. The bags contain basic clothing, toiletries, some food items and if necessary a mobile phone.

Our speaker was Sue Willoughby from A Way Out. This Stockton based charity has supported vulnerable woman and girls for over 20 years. Their work has expanded greatly and now covers the whole of Teesside. 

Councillor Pauline Beall spoke to the club about her year as Mayoress of Stockton. Liz Wood chaired the meeting.

  We continue to support the Billingham and Stockton Borough Food Bank. Members donated items at our May meeting and Sue Scott made the delivery.

Sue Scott delivered clothes for a baby girl plus some equipment to the Baby Bank in Portrack.