During its life the Foundation has had to change to meet different circumstances.
The Foundation began with the aim to provide accommodation for young people with disabilities who wanted independence, but who also wanted to live in a Christian environment.
We had some success. In partnership with Midsummer Housing Association we built nine homes for sale on the basis of shared ownership, each one designed for people who had a range of disabilities. At the same time substantial progress was made in designing and funding a residential home.

However, in the end formal support was not forthcoming from the local authority once government policy had changed from residential homes to “care in the community”.

After much deliberation the Foundation decided to concentrate on pastoral care. Sister Marie Power was employed as a pastoral worker and once she left, her work was taken on and expanded by John Bonner and Angela Davies.
All three cannot be thanked enough for what has been achieved.

 We have made applications to other trusts, but we find that they face high demand for their more limited funds.

Therefore we have to announce that the Foundation cannot continue in its present form and we have to say a reluctant goodbye to John Bonner and Angela Davies.
They go with our heartfelt thanks.

We continue to have the support of the Diocese and their help during this difficult time cannot be overstated. With this support and with the goodwill of the people of the Diocese we will continue our work as best we can. Trustees and supporters will be meeting soon to discuss how we may do this.

Kevin O’Driscoll, Chair of Trustees.