Give Back 2020
Tuesday 1 December is #GivingTuesday. It has been a difficult year for all of us. As we come to the end of 2020, this is a chance to take something positive from this year and help make a real difference. Brought to the UK in 2014 by the Charities Aid Foundation (CAF), Giving Tuesday is now an annual event. This year #GivingTuesday2020 offers the opportunity to donate to charity, reaffirm commitment to a cause, volunteer time or support others by simply helping a friend, neig
Make the most of Black Friday bargains
Shopping online has never been easier and now you can help support us at the same time! Make the most of Black Friday bargains and raise money for Field Lane when you nominate us and shop online with: www.amazon.smile.co.uk https://www.giveasyoulive.com/ https://www.savoo.co.uk/charities
Donation from the Charles S French Trust gives another boost to our Coronavirus Appeal
This donation will help our clients to carry on with their lives in a safe and healthy environment. We are delighted to have been awarded another generous donation by the Charles S French Charitable Trust. The money is for our Coronavirus Crisis Appeal. The appeal is ongoing as we still need to ensure all our projects have a plentiful supply of PPE to keep our clients and the staff who care for them safe and well. As the crisis continues the impact it has on everyday lives gr
Caroline Terry, trustee, talks about the importance of family in our projects
Photo: Caroline Terry, trustee, at the House of Lords in 2018, when she first learnt about Field Lane's work How long have you been a trustee for Field Lane (FL)? I’ve been a trustee for 18 months and sit on the finance committee. I work in the financial services sector, for an investment bank, so am able to use my expertise in carrying out my trustee role. Why did you choose FL as the charity you wanted to get involved with? I’m also a trustee of the Old Vic Theatre’s Endowm
Field Lane gets ready for a second lockdown
Going into a second national lockdown is tough enough for everyone, creating stress and uncertainty. The challenges are even more acute for people with learning disabilities, who need familiarity, structure and routine. The nature of their disability means that they often find change very stressful. This can lead to heightened anxiety and behavioural challenges. Our priority is always to ensure our clients’ wellbeing, not matter how difficult the circumstances. We find ways t
