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LifeLine’s Families team to support mental health of Redbridge residents with new community-based approach

We are pleased to announce that our Families team will be supporting the mental health of people across communities in Redbridge thanks to funding from Redbridge Council. This support will take several forms, including a presence at key engagement hubs in the borough, a programme of group activities to promote social and emotional wellbeing, and one-to-one support from our trained...

2 years ago

 by LifeLine Comms Team

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John William Singleton, 1944–2025

It is with great sadness that LifeLine Projects announces the passing of the chair and founder of the LifeLine Group, John William Singleton,on 28th January 2025, at the age of 80.

2 years ago

 by LifeLine Comms Team

Articles

Helping young people stay connected without sacrificing their wellbeing

For many years, LifeLine had an office in Hackney. Hackney felt different to the other parts of East London where I lived and worked---people talked to you, whether on the bus or train, or just walking down the street. You could find yourself in the most interesting conversations, seemingly at random. It had a great sense of community. I was...

2 years ago

 by Nathan Singleton

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FaithAction creating health champions in Birmingham

We’re proud to announce that our FaithAction team have been commissioned by the Public Health Division of Birmingham City Council to work with Sikh and Christian communities across the city to help alleviate health inequalities.

2 years ago

 by LifeLine Comms Team

Team Spotlights

Introducing Caroline, Maternal Health Coordinator

This month, we're talking with Caroline, who joined our Families team back in 2023 and has been the heart of our I'm Maternal Health Coordinator for LifeLine's Families team since June last year. My role is identify and engage parents in breastfeeding support, through networking and outreach activities, and to establish and develop a vibrant breastfeeding peer support network in...

2 years ago

 by LifeLine Comms Team

Articles

Hope: A gift we share

As we approach Christmas, it's a time to reflect on what we’re most grateful for—whether it’s your family, friends, or the warmth of a home where you can gather.Many of us are fortunate to share this festive season with our loved ones. But for many others, this time of year is nothing to celebrate.Imagine spending cold Christmas alone, without friends,...

2 years ago

 by Nathan Singleton

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LifeLine at the CYP Now Awards 2024

On Thursday 28th November, Children and Young People Now held their 19th annual Awards to recognise and celebrate innovation and good practice in services that support children, young people, and their families across the UK. Here at LifeLine, we were proud to see our own SW!TCH Futures work be one of only five programmes that were shortlisted for the Early...

2 years ago

 by LifeLine Comms Team

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A reflection on impact: SW!TCH Communities in Harold Hill

The origins of SW!TCH Communities A charity is about the community; it’s about serving a bigger purpose. It’s strong relationships and taking care of people and getting important tasks done. John Singleton MBE When people come together and talk about their problems, they have the power to act and create local solutions for their neighbourhoods. LifeLine's SW!TCH Communities programme began...

2 years ago

 by Nathan Singleton

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Winning Harts: Harts Lane Estate in Barking MyEnds update

Since May, LifeLine Projects has been working as part of the Winning Harts consortium to This community-focused initiative—led by the West Ham United Foundation and funded through the Mayor of London’s £14.5 million MyEnds programme—was launched to address the unique challenges faced by local youth and residents.Our progress so far has been promising, and we’re on track to meet the...

2 years ago

 by LifeLine Comms Team

Case Studies

Case Study: Supporting a young man through trauma

LifeLine’s SW!TCH Lives programme is funded through the Community Safety Team of the London Borough of Havering. The SW!TCH Lives team provides support to vulnerable young people in Havering, who are at risk of or who are currently known to the Criminal Justice System, to prevent their situation from worsening. The service works closely with the Council’s Youth Offending Service...

2 years ago

 by LifeLine Comms Team

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The power of mentoring: a personal reflection

Most of us have had someone who helped shape who we are today. For me, that person was my mentor. Mentors can be family members, friends, or colleagues, yet they often go unnoticed—true unsung heroes in our lives. National Mentoring Day is a chance to celebrate the achievements of both mentors and mentees. It’s also a great reminder to reflect...

2 years ago

 by Nathan Singleton

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FaithAction hosts third annual Faith in Partnership Week

On the 9th--13th September, FaithAction hosted their third annual Faith in Partnership Week with theme of Faith for the Future, highlighting and celebrating cross-sector working between faith groups and statutory bodies.

2 years ago

 by FaithAction

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