Young homeless people in Sleaford put their own troubles aside to raise money for Children in Need by holding a medieval extravaganza.
The residents at Sleaford Foyer, in Eastgate, which is run by LHA Support Services hosted a day of medieval merriment with staff on Friday 14 November.
Inspired by Children in Need’s slogan ‘do something different’, staff and residents at the foyer, opted to step back in time and experience the sights, smells and sounds of yore.
The event was open to all and featured stalls, games and competitions with a medieval theme in aid of the BBC charity, which aims to positively change the lives of disadvantaged children and young people in the UK.
Bobbing for apples, a coconut shy and fortune telling gave a flavour of times gone by, while LHA Support Services staff didn’t duck their responsibilities by taking turns in the stocks.
Bringing the event back to the present, residents also gave manicures, hosted a tombola and there was an X Factor style talent show in the afternoon. Lunch will be available at 12pm.
Donella Clark, Project Manager at Sleaford Foyer, said: “There was a lot going on at the medieval day, and many people came along to the foyer and joined in the fun to help LHA Support Services raise lots of money for Children in Need.
“It’s a very worthy cause. Our residents themselves have all needed help to get their lives back on track, so they are really keen to do as much as they can to help other disadvantaged young people.”
LHA Support Services works with unemployed and homeless young people, aged 16-25, offering them a place to live with professional support on-site at Sleaford Foyer.
Since opening in 1994, Sleaford Foyer has helped hundreds of young adults by providing a safe and pleasant living environment and a pathway to independence. Residents typically live at the Foyer for up to two years before gaining the skills and confidence they need to move on and live more independently.
It has 14 private bedrooms with communal facilities such as bathrooms, self-catering kitchens, common room and lounge, on site professionals trained in providing care, support and advice to young people and a wide range of workshops, activities and outings designed to help develop social, personal and life skills, and improve employment prospects.