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In from huddersfield west yorkshire the council have placed me and my two children in emergency tempory accomadation which is part furnished.I've recently been offered a suitable house for me and my children only I have no furniture to take with me apart from a few kitchen essential s tv and bacailly out clothes . Just wondered if any body knows of any charities that can help me furnish our home .not sure where to turn .my ex mother in law has got a few items for me like a bbed frame for my daughter but no matters she also has table and chairs and some bedroom draws . Od be greatful for as much information as possible on who I can turn to for help .sorry for the long post.
Contact social services, they will know who best to help. Might also be worth trying the local YMCA.
There’s a couple of organisations that may be able to help.
There’s the Huddersfield Mission - 01484 421461
The Welcome Centre - 01484515086
They’re community hubs helping people out, if they can’t help I’m sure they can point you in the right direction. They’re both on Lord Street.
You might also be able to get some kind of emergency loan if you’re on benefits, the job centre should be able to give you some info on that. The council offices are likely to have some kind of advice/support service, so I’d check with them too.
All the best
Hello James2008
SSAFA (Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen Families Association) may be worth approaching. Albeit the charity was formed to support Forces personel and those connected to them, I think they may help people in the wider community if they meet a certain criteria. It may well be worth contacting them to enquire.
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