Bedford-based charity FACES (Family And Children’s Early-Help Services) celebrated its 10th anniversary on Saturday, April 29, 2023, with a black-tie ball and the unveiling of a new logo.
The celebration, at The Mercure Hotel in Bedford, raised £8396 for the charity and marked ten years of FACES providing local families with practical and emotional support.
The new logo heralds the next era for FACES, which assisted more families than ever during the pandemic and continues to see enormous demand for its services during the cost of living crisis.
FACES was established in 2013, to support local families under stress so that they can provide a safer, happier and healthier home in which children can thrive and reach their full potential.
It does this through a range of quality-tested services, including one-to-one home visiting and support groups, often led by the team of dedicated volunteers.
Families may be facing mental or physical health problems, domestic abuse, poverty, child exploitation or behavioural issues.
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The charity helps around 1400 individuals per year.
FACES CEO Michaela Martindale said: “It was a fantastic evening to celebrate this milestone anniversary.
“We are grateful to all of the staff, volunteers, individuals and businesses who enable us to do our much-needed work.
“We are always looking at ways to assist with the emerging needs of families in the community and welcome anyone who would like to support us to get in touch.”
If you would like to support FACES please visit facesbedford.org
The charity welcomes enquiries from families who may need access to its services.
