Achievements
Mission
Services
FLOOD & FIRE RECOVERY
Following a flood or a fire, sometimes it's difficult to know where to start. This is where CERT (UK) come into their own. Our amazing team of volunteers will meet with the new clients, complete a client registration form and asses the needs of the client, their partner and dependents (should they have them) along with any animals or pets in the home.
Learn MoreHOMELESSNESS
Homeless is at extreme levels now. With 13,000+ Veterans and 350,000 Civilians homeless across the United Kingdom. So with that in mind it is the 2nd activity which CERT (UK) contribute a lot of their time and energy too.
Learn MoreDOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Once you decide that you can't stay any longer, you grab what you can and leave. Depending on your situation and circumstances you are sent far away from your present home sometimes, only with the clothes on your back. This is were CERT (UK) and their support comes into play.
Learn MoreVETERANS
CERT (UK) are bronze accredited with Armed Forces Covenant and as such pledge to support, work with and employ our military veterans. Veterans face multiple issues when they leave the forces. When we are approached by them, we work with a network of veteran organisations to get them back on an even keel.
Learn MoreDISABLED
Disability comes in many forms and with it, so can the challenges of everyday life. With this in mind anyone who has a disability who approaches us, we make sure that we seek medical advice and guidance prior to offering help and support. We are not medically trained and as such only give out advisory support and guidance.
Learn MoreCRISIS, EMERGENCY, DISASTER
No one knows what is around the corner. We can't see into the future, or plan for the unknown. This is where again the CERT team come into their element and show their commitment to supporting those in need.
Learn MoreKEYNOTE SPEAKING
It is without a doubt that keynote speakers have become an integral component in improving businesses. As a keynote speaker I am willing to share lessons learnt over years in industry to help others move their companies forward, a fascinating addition to any corporate event.
Learn MoreLIFE SKILLS WORKSHOPS
CERT (UK) offer tailored lifestyle training packages, to meet the unique and individual needs and abilities of those who have a disability and or additional need, NEET's, young parents or just anyone which professionals feel can and would benefit from such intervention.
Learn MoreAccess 4 All independent living
A4A - Independent Living is a service which we provide privately to individuals and families.
Our ethos is that everyone should live an independent life with as little incursion or intrusion into their personal space. It helps many who have had strokes, those who have disabilities and/or additional needs and those who are isolated with no family nearby or they have no family.
Our Independent Living Advisors can carry out the following roles, working with the client and their family to help them to stay as independent as possible without losing their self respect.
Cooking meals from scratch
Menu prep
Ironing
Light housework
Gardening
Local shopping when clients family members are not available
Shopping lists
Taking clients to appointments when family members are not available
Advising on washing and drying clothing along with hanging washing outside or within the home.
Bed making & changing
Buddy to take to social outings as uncomfortable to attend on her own
Befriending Service
Setting up bank account support
Help with finances
Take clients out to the Cinema, Bowling, Restaurants, Pubs, Clubs and Keep Fit classes.
Hygiene and personal care training - Where we advise and guide clients daily hygiene routines and prompt clients when they need to take care of their personal hygiene (example - Teeth brushing and how they have to carry this out and the time required)
The list is not exhaustive but any task which helps an individual or their family member to live as independently as their peers.
We DO NOT carry out personal care for our clients. This is due to the fact that we are not registered with the Care Quality Commission or Care Inspectorate Scotland.
For more information or to discuss a new client or assessment please email:
A4AIndependentLiving@certuk.org.uk
Our ethos is that everyone should live an independent life with as little incursion or intrusion into their personal space. It helps many who have had strokes, those who have disabilities and/or additional needs and those who are isolated with no family nearby or they have no family.
Our Independent Living Advisors can carry out the following roles, working with the client and their family to help them to stay as independent as possible without losing their self respect.
Cooking meals from scratch
Menu prep
Ironing
Light housework
Gardening
Local shopping when clients family members are not available
Shopping lists
Taking clients to appointments when family members are not available
Advising on washing and drying clothing along with hanging washing outside or within the home.
Bed making & changing
Buddy to take to social outings as uncomfortable to attend on her own
Befriending Service
Setting up bank account support
Help with finances
Take clients out to the Cinema, Bowling, Restaurants, Pubs, Clubs and Keep Fit classes.
Hygiene and personal care training - Where we advise and guide clients daily hygiene routines and prompt clients when they need to take care of their personal hygiene (example - Teeth brushing and how they have to carry this out and the time required)
The list is not exhaustive but any task which helps an individual or their family member to live as independently as their peers.
We DO NOT carry out personal care for our clients. This is due to the fact that we are not registered with the Care Quality Commission or Care Inspectorate Scotland.
For more information or to discuss a new client or assessment please email:
A4AIndependentLiving@certuk.org.uk
Make A Donation
CERT (UK) do not have any paid members of staff. All those who are part of CERT are volunteers. This means that 90% of all donations go straight to where they need to be. The 10% left over goes to the day-to-day running costs of the charity. We pride ourselves in knowing, unlike some of the bigger charities, those in need benefit greatly from a larger amount getting to the grassroots.
So, with that in mind please help and support us to give help and support to those clients in need.
So, with that in mind please help and support us to give help and support to those clients in need.
£25
Join us
- 35 West Lane, Shap, Penrith, UK
- The Office
- 07525184422 - Mobile
- info@certuk.org.uk
- 09:00 - 17:00 Monday - Friday
COVID-19
Introduction
CERT (UK) is a charity run, managed and supported by purely volunteers, supporting local community groups throughout the covid-19 outbreak in the UK.
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Stop We Have The Virus
Poster to download and print off for those who have the virus and wish to make all those who approach their front door to take precautions. Can be placed on your front door or in the window next to your door. This will let all those who are delivering, where to leave any parcels not small enough to fit through your letterbox..
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Weak Immune System
Poster to download and print off for those who have a weak immune system and wish to self isolate. Can be placed on your front door or in the window next to your door. This will let all those who are delivering, where to leave any parcels not small enough to fit through your letter box.
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Social Distancing
This infographic gives some idea on how to practise safe Social Distancing during the COVID-19 outbreak.
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