Pictured above: David Mann, Senior Valuation Surveyor for
Nock Deighton, presenting one of the phones to Sue Kelly from
Wellington and District YMCA
A Shropshire-based firm of leading property specialists is
proving used mobile phones can help provide a new start for
homeless young people.
Nock Deighton has given 15 used mobile phones donated by staff
at its offices in Telford, Shrewsbury, Bridgnorth, Ironbridge, and
Ludlow to the Wellington and District branch of YMCA, the
long-standing charity set up to support the needs of vulnerable
young people.
Wellington and District YMCA provides short-term, self-contained
accommodation for homeless young people in the Wellington area, and
has 25 units of supported accommodation available for people aged
16-25. They will lend the mobiles to tenants without phones, so
that they are able to be contacted in an emergency, and so they can
contact other outside agencies and support groups.
Many of the young people have experienced great difficulties in
their lives, and the YMCA supports them in achieving their full
potential thanks to funding from the Government's Supporting People
initiative, which is administered locally by Telford and Wrekin
Council.
Graham Taylor, Finance Director of Nock Deighton, said: "We are
more than happy to support such a worthy cause. The YMCA in
Wellington offers invaluable support for homeless and vulnerable
young adults throughout Shropshire. By providing such a secure and
safe environment, it gives these people, many of whom have suffered
particularly challenging life experiences, a real chance of turning
their lives around."
Val Mann, CEO of Wellington and District YMCA, commented: "This
generous donation makes sure all the young people we work with,
many of whom are having to deal with complex and extremely
sensitive issues, have access to a mobile phone at all times. It
enables us to keep in touch with them, but also gives them the
option of contacting us if, and when, they ever need any help.
"Along with these mobile phones, Nock Deighton has previously
donated a number of computers to our unit, and the company's
ongoing support is much appreciated."
Formed in 1831, Nock Deighton is one of the Midlands' most
well-established and respected firms of estate agents, lettings
agents, chartered surveyors, block management agents, and
auctioneers. The company stands at the forefront of the modern
property sector by embracing up-to-the-minute technology and
industry best practice, and has a firm focus on achieving the very
best results through a full range of specialist property-related
services and dedicated staff.