Author: Karen King

SOS has joined Get Lucky Local

Its a local lettery that raises funds for charity whilst giving you the chance to win some money! We have registered with GetLuckyLocal, a lottery that raises funds for charities within the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames. For each ticket sold SOS gets 50% of the ticket cost, so you’ll raise funds for us […]

Ice Cream, flowers and a visit from the Mayor

The 2021 Summer Garden Party was brought to you by Ham & Petersham SOS staff, volunteers & Trustees with support from Healthwatch Richmond, MPS Richmond police cadets and the Mayor of Richmond (and his staff.) We also had staff from the Ham Close Development team providing information on the possible regeneration of the area, and […]

Did you make it to our Garden Party?

This year we were blessed with sunshine as 70 people came together to celebrate friendship at our Summer Garden Party What a glorious afternoon, clients, volunteers, stakeholders and other health and social care professionals enjoyed sandwiches from Rolleys on Ham Parade, home bakes cakes and ice creams from Joe at Mantio Ice Creams in the […]

A donation with a difference

At last weeks alfresco coffee morning we were visited by John from Norse Supply UK. Norse Supply UK have generously donated two Sitting Suits to SOS so that clients who may feel the cold when attending our services may borrow them to stay warm. Designed to be worn over your own clothes and coat these […]

Memorial Bench Fund

We have set up a JustGiving campaign to raise money for a memorial bench so that the community can come together and remember a long standing volunteer and true gentleman. John Coles is very much missed by all, and we would welcome your donations however small to help us get there. For more information please […]

We are still available to help you during the pandemic

We know that everyone is frustrated that we are unable to go out, see friends or family, attend activities & enjoy life without lockdown conditions at the moment. This is a reminder that we are still here to help, and we are still registering NEW clients. We are still able to provide the following to […]

Raise Funds Whilst Shopping

Give as You Live is an wasy way to raise funds for your chosen charity whilst you shop normally online. https://www.everyclick.com/charity/ham-and-petersham-sos Ready for a low-effort challenge that could make a BIG difference? Sign up to Give as You Live today and make 2021 the year you generate a free donation for us every time you […]

Ham Village Centre Donates to SOS

As many of you know, Ham Village Centre (HVC) closed its doors last year. The Royal Oak, it’s home, a significant part of Ham history still stands, but it’s door are to remain closed. Whilst HVC is no longer open they are helping to suport the local community through donations, and we are pleased to […]

More than just a bad day?

We all need emotional support, particularly during these difficult times.  Feelings such as low mood, stress and anxiety can impact our mental health, and sometimes you just need to talk about it. RB Mind’s Helpline offers a confidential listening and support service for anyone over 18 years old living in the borough of Richmond upon […]

Our ever expanding activities has more for you to do weekly

There is something on nearly every day of the week here at Ham & Petersham SOS See how they all fit into the month Pay attention to your Tuesdays! 1st Tuesday-Community Coffee Morning at Petersham Nurseries 2nd Tuesday-Monthly Outing 3rd Tuesday-Pub lunch with Age UK Richmond 4th Tuesday-Rest Day (we are open for suggestions though!)