Open to all, we work...
To provide opportunities for members of the community, regardless of age and abilities.
To promote intergenerational relationships and support across the community
In partnership with other agencies to provide the best support for our clients
To enable access to fresh fruit and vegetables at affordable prices via our Food Co-op
To promote healthy eating and develop cookery skills for all ages
To provide a Luncheon Club and social activities for the over 50s at affordable rates
To develop a Gardening Club for all ages
To encourage volunteering in the services provided, so that community members can take ownership
To ensure that older people will have lives that have value, respect and friendship, a meaning and a purpose and general well-being and quality of life is improved, living longer for better.
I feel I am very lucky to have access to this enjoyable and valuable asset, to meet other people and have a very enjoyable lunch time
It taught me new skills
Other charities at St John's Centre
Brecon Foodbank
Brecon Foodbank, a separate charity, is our biggest partner - they rent space here at the centre and we are able to work with them on various projects such as cooking clubs and our food co-op. They have vouchers to give to their clients to use our food co-op and so access fresh fruit and vegetables as well as the non-perishable items usually included in a Foodbank parcel. Foodbank is mainly staffed by volunteers who work hard to reduce the impact of poverty in the local area. They serve a large region including Sennybridge, Hay-on Wye, Crickhowell and more.
Shelter Cymru
Shelter Cymru work to help homeless people and those at risk of homelessness. They offer adice and support on legal issues, rent, mortgages, housing rights and conditions and more. Shelter Cymru rent an office upstairs at St. John's Centre and are able to refer their clients to our projects if appropriate.
Mirus-Wales
Mirus Wales is a charity that works to enhance the lives of disabled people. They offer support, advice and help to their clients and families. MIrus rent an office upstairs in St. John's Centre and we have opportunities to work together in our community garden and other projects.
Where to find us
- Pendre Close, Brecon, LD3 9EA