The concept of CentrePeace had lived in the hearts of a small group of friends for some years until a suitable place was found and the dream started to become a reality.

 

We used to think how wonderful it would be to have a centre - a focal point - where anyone who needed help could find it.  Not everyone is lucky enough to have friends or family that they can turn to when in need. Sometimes just a cup of tea and a chat is enough, at others more specific or professional help is needed.  We wanted to create a place that wouldn't be aimed at any one section of society but embrace all; that wouldn’t just be for the financially deprived but that would cater for the WHOLE community – there are many forms of deprivation and very often people feel deprived of love, care, recognition and friendship.  CentrePeace has become a ‘family’ to those in need – whatever the need.  In our individual lives, if someone needs help, it doesn’t matter if they are young or old, rich or poor – or any other of the ‘categories’ that people are put into.  If we can help, we do it. 

 

That is how we want CentrePeace to be; a place where people can find warmth, friendship and help, whatever their age or socio/economic status.  We have a wealth of qualifications and experience amongst our volunteers but if someone needs help that we can’t provide, we will support them and help them find it.