Bournemouth’s Women-Only Group Provides Vital Support for Women in Need
Safe and Sound Dorset empowers women through social inclusion and support services.
Bournemouth, Dorset, Women, Support, Community
Bournemouth: Safe and Sound Dorset is a group that supports women in need. They focus on social inclusion and empowerment.
The group offers many sessions each week at The Well Coffee Lounge. They provide creative activities, free meals, and shower facilities.
Dot Pickett started this charity in 2017. She wanted to create a safe space for women who need support.
Dot explained how she began after a volunteer team she was part of ended. She saw a continued need for help.
Safe and Sound Dorset helps vulnerable women facing issues like homelessness and mental health challenges. They also run the Well Coffee Lounge, a space just for women.
Volunteer Josie has been with the group for nearly five years. She leads arts and crafts sessions twice a week.
Josie believes it’s important for women to find a sense of belonging. She has built strong connections with many women over the years.
Jodie, a participant from Southbourne, attends weekly sessions. She enjoys making friends and feels less lonely.
She shared how being with others helps her mental health. The group offers advice on housing, education, and employment.
Alice Short found housing through the group. She has volunteered since lockdown and feels connected to her community.
Alice loves being part of a supportive group of women. It helps her feel less isolated.