Three projects working to improve the lives of vulnerable people in Walsall, Wolverhampton, Coventry and Shropshire are awarded over £600,000 from the Big Lottery Fund. The funding announced today will provide support for survivors of sexual violence, isolated older people and parents of disabled children.  It is part of BIG’s Reaching Communities programme, which aims to improve the lives of people in need across England. The grant of £391,457 to Crisis Point means that its vital work in Walsall and Wolverhampton helping adults, young people and children to resolve the harmful effects of rape and sexual assault can continue.  The grant of £202,245 awarded today to Community Service Volunteers for the Retired and Senior Volunteer Programme (RSVP) in Coventry, will open the door to a variety of volunteering opportunities for older people, reduce feelings of isolation and improve their health and well-being.  Children with additional needs and disabilities, their parents, families and carers can look forward to greater support with a grant of £69,561 awarded to the Telford And Wrekin Council for Voluntary Service in Shropshire.
 
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21 October 2008
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