SEGI is extremely helpful to young trans people. Never feel awkward or unaccepted. Lovely group of people and all so friendly. Very supportive towards not only trans issues but any issues anyone may have. It's nice to know SEGI can help in times where some people may feel lost and hopeless.
Youth group service user, Medway Gender & Sexual Diversity Centre
For some volunteers, the end goal is not always paid employment, but an increased sense of self-worth and enjoying the camaraderie that comes from being part of a team working towards a common goal. The health and fitness benefits of gardening are well documented, and we have seen the positive effect that our project has on a person's general well-being and independence.
Peter Scollard, No Walls Gardens CIC Director
Before my neighbour mentioned about Compaid buses, I found shopping and meeting friends a real struggle. I often went days without seeing anyone. Now with the support of Compaid transport, each week a friendly driver picks me up from my home and takes me to a large supermarket in the next town. Here I am able to shop for all the items I need and also have time to enjoy a coffee and a chat with other shoppers whilst waiting for the bus to return and take me home.
Compaid Trust Member
I would like to thank you for the grant you gave to Hi Kent to provide funds for the Whitfield lip reading group. I have significant hearing loss and since my retirement have found it increasingly difficult to cope with this disability. I have been attending the lip reading group for over a year, although I find it very hard, lip reading is not as easy as I thought it would be my confidence has grown.
Nikki Davies, Hi Kent service user
I realise I don’t trip so much because I am aware that what I learnt is now in my head so that walking properly comes automatically now. All the exercises are useful in everyday life. I now find that I can get dressed more easily and don’t need to sit down to step in to my clothes!
82 year old lady, Good Neighbour Project
This course has helped me build me confidence and my outlook on life has improved and I now have been able to gain a part time job.
Trainee, Kent Enterprise Trust