Sussex Oakleaf bike project needs your support

A support charity from Hailsham that helps people with

mental health difficulties wants to expand its activities to set up a bicycle

maintenance workshop for members this summer.

The Hailsham hub of Sussex Oakleaf gives support to adults

living with mental health problems. The bike maintenance initiative is designed

to foster new skills and help individuals build confidence. The end result

would see members take home their own renovated bicycle.

However, Sussex Oakleaf needs help from volunteers to help

set up the workshop. Donations of bikes are required along with a venue that

doesn't charge much in rent. Funding streams would also be very useful and help

the scheme to continue in the future.

Maggie Harvey, project co-ordinator told the Sussex Express:

"While we could hold the course at our well-being hub, we would love to find a

larger space where we can spread out and leave the bikes during the week, a

large garage, empty warehouse or shop front.

"We are also looking for volunteers to help out, sharing

their skills, and hopefully their tools.

"Any spare tools that people are prepared to loan or donate

to the project, particularly 10 and 15mm spanners, Allen keys etc."

For more information call: 01323 849524 or 07917 682379 or

email: Maggie.Harvey@sussexoakleaf.org.uk

or visit www.sussexoakleaf.org.uk