Visit from the High Sheriff of Berkshire to Elizabeth Fry Charity

09 October 2023

Simon and Sarah-Jane met with Fiona, the Charity’s Chief Executive Officer, and our Patron, Her Honour Zoe Smith DL.

It was great to be able to share the work of the Charity and the services that are available to residents, as well as exploring opportunities for partnerships and support.

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Enabling Environment Award

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We are thrilled to share that Elizabeth Fry Charity has been awarded the Enabling Environment Award by the Royal College of Psychiatrists! The award recognises our commitment to providing specialised support to women impacted by the criminal justice system.

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Emily’s Story

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Emily moved on from the Approved Premises in 2022. She continues to receive support from the Charity’s Outreach Worker. Emily’s Story Emily has diagnosed neurodivergence and leads a solitary lifestyle, leading to significant social isolation. She chooses to spend her evenings crocheting, a skill she learnt during her long prison sentence, and an activity she […]

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Kerry’s Story

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In this article Kerry, a resident of Elizabeth Fry House talks about the benefits of having a specialist Housing Worker employed by the Charity. Emma’s role is to support residents to identify suitable and safe move on accommodation. Kerry had served a lengthy prison sentence prior to being released to Elizabeth Fry House. She describes […]

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