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Christmas Campaign 2021

This festive season, help us save a life...

#GivingTuesday 2021

#GivingTuesday is taking place on 30 November 2021

Alcohol Awareness Week 2021

This week 15th- 21st November 2021 marks Alcohol Awareness Week. The theme of this year's week is ‘Alcohol and relationships’. Find out more about Alcohol Awareness Week and our response here.

 Kenward Trust’s chance to win £1,000 festive boost

Vote for Kenward Trust to win £1,000 in Ecclesiastical's 12 Days of Giving

Support Think Differently when you shop at Co-op

A huge thank you to everyone for their support of our Therapeutic Gardens & Workshops via the Co-op Local Community Fund last year. We are pleased to announce that this year you can support our Think Differently project through their fund. Find out more here.

Photoshoot at Kenward Place

Book a photoshoot for the whole family at Kenward Place with Luke Granger Photography. Find out more here.

World Homeless Day 2021

10th October marked World Homeless Day. Our Resettlement Project provides support for homeless individuals with addiction issues to transform their lives and create new futures. Listen to the testimonial of a resident of our Resettlement Project here.

Team Kenward Staff Day

Last week we managed to host a team day for all of Team Kenward, which was a fantastic day involving activities from Kenward Place, such as alpaca walks, archery and disc golf, and also workshops in our Therapeutic Gardens & Workshops. Find out how you can get involved here.

Computers 4 Charity supports Kenward Trust’s Education Project

Computers 4 Charity have kindly donated three computers and one laptop to enable this project to progress and add value to the programmes at Kenward Trust.

Kenward Trust welcome Dame Carol Black’s Recommendations

Dame Carol Black’s Second Review was released on 8th July and included 32 recommendations to help the government overcome the significant harms that drugs are causing across the country.

Resident of Kenward Trust climbs Ben Nevis to raise funds

Donate to support one of our residents of Kenward Trust climb Ben Nevis!

Away Days at Kenward Place

Re-energise your staff team with an Away Day at Kenward Place, with activities including alpaca experiences, archery, and disc golf to boost team morale and encourage team building.

Volunteers Week 2021

Happy Volunteers Week 2021! This is a really important week to us at Kenward as without our team of volunteers we would just not be able to continue our life-changing work.

Nominate Kenward Trust to receive £1000

Help us create a workshop for our Homeless Project at Kenward Trust by nominating us for Ecclesiastical's Movement for Good.

Kenward Trust welcomes a new Chair of Trustees

Kenward Trust, a charity based in Yalding which provides support to individuals affected by addiction, homelessness, and crime, is delighted to announce the appointment of their new Chair of Trustees, Chris Munday.

Our Alpacas are Excited to Welcome You Back

From April 12th Kenward Trust’s Alpaca Experiences will be back up and running via their commercial enterprise, Kenward Place following the most recent governmental guidelines.

Nationwide Building Society supports our Resettlement Project

We are proud to announce that we have been supported by Nationwide Building Society for our Resettlement Project, providing a safe place to call home to those in recovery from their addictions in locations across Kent and East Sussex.

KM Charity Fundraisers

Raise worthwhile funds for Kenward Trust whilst having fun with KM Charity Fundraisers!

Become our Chair of Trustees

Kenward Trust is looking for a Chair of Trustees who is passionate about helping transform lives

What’s Next?

Congratulations for completing Dry January, and if you chose to donate to Kenward Trust while doing so, thank you so much!

Virtual Office Space at Greenacres

At Greenacres we understand the importance of being available for your clients whenever they need you, so we make our virtual receptionists available throughout the workday to answer your calls and take your post, you can focus on what you do best!

Drugs & Drink: Know the Risk

We have received some great feedback about our learning resource made available for free to schools in Kent. Get in touch with our team to find out how you can access the resource for your school or youth group now.

Kenward Trust on Business Bunker

Listen to our CEO, Penny Williams talking to one of our Trustees, Paul Andrews on Business Bunker about our work and how we have adapted throughout the pandemic.

Start 2021 alcohol-free and fundraise for us at Kenward Trust

1 in 4 adults who drink want to cut down on their consumption in 2021, so why not start this January and donate the money you would have spent on alcohol to support our work helping those affected by addiction, homelessness and crime?

Kenward Trust are delighted to announce their new Patron, David Easter!

Kenward Trust, a charity which supports those affected by addiction, homelessness and crime based in Kent, is delighted to announce the appointment of David Easter as a Patron for the charity.

A Massive Thank you!

A massive thank you to everyone who supported us with our Christmas Auction!

How mindful drinking can help reduce your alcohol intake

This year has proven to be incredibly difficult for everyone, which is being showcased by the increase in alcohol consumption in the UK. The Royal College of Psychiatrists found that around 8.4 million people are drinking at a higher risk.

Kenward's Christmas Auction

Would you like to transform a life this Christmas?

Andy's Story

Andy tells elements of his story to young people across Kent in order to educate them about the risks associated with alcohol and drugs, and how easy it is to fall into a dangerous cycle if you are not aware.

David Easter final Champion to speak to Choices

David Easter, best known for his roles in Family Affairs, Emmerdale, Hollyoaks and The Bill says that he owes everything to rehabilitation centres, “it is about feeling like you are worth something”.

Jenny Molloy speaks to Choices Rehabs

Jenny Molloy is the next Recovery Champion to have spoken to Choices Rehabs about her experience of rehab for Alcohol Awareness Week.

John Taylor Supports Alcohol Awareness Week

John Taylor from Duran Duran joins Russell Brand as the next Recovery Champion to speak out about how rehabilitation helped him with his addiction to alcohol and drugs in aid of Alcohol Awareness Week.

Recovery Champions Support Alcohol Awareness Week

Watch Recovery Champion, Russell Brand talk about how treatment helped him with his alcohol addiction in support of Alcohol Awareness Week and Choices Rehabs #rehabforall

A Big Thank You to Co-op

A massive thank you to Co-op for choosing us for the Local Community Fund for the second year in a row!

Movement for Good Nominations

Nominate Kenward Trust for Ecclesiastical's Movement for Good Awards and help us continue transforming lives.

Increase in Opioid Prescriptions in UK

A study by the University of Manchester has warned that opioid prescriptions have been steadily rising in the UK between 2006 and 2017.

Covid-19 and Alcohol Consumption

Our response to the recent reports of COVID-19, alcohol consumption and specialist drug and alcohol treatment funding levels.

What is Grey Drinking and What Can You Do About It?

A piece written by our CEO, Penny Williams on Grey Drinking. What is it and what can you do about it?

Friend, Family or Loved One Questionnaire

We would greatly appreciate your taking a few minutes to fill out our friends, family or loved one questionnaire to help us guide a family service at Kenward Trust.

Help Us With Our Latest Service

Help us tailor our new Day Treatment Service by taking a few minutes to fill in a survey.

Alpaca & Archery at Kenward Place

Kenward Place run Alpaca and Archery Experiences throughout the school holidays!

Kenward Place Covid-19 Update

Kenward Place is remaining closed to the public despite cafes being allowed to open from 4th July.

Knole Park Golf Club raise £8,506 for Kenward Trust!

A huge thank you to Knole Park Golf Club for donating £8,506 to us at Kenward Trust, to help us continue providing our life-changing services.

Listen to our CEO on The Leaders Council Podcast

Listen to our CEO, Penny Williams on The Leaders Council Podcast alongside Lord Blunkett.

Volunteers Week

We would like to say a big thank you to our volunteers!

Mental Health Awareness Week

This week, from 18th- 24th May marks Mental Health Awareness Week with the theme of kindness.

Declutter & Donate

2.6 Challenge

Support Kenward Trust with the 2.6 challenge!

Review on Illicit Drugs

CEO comment on Dame Carol Black's Review on Drugs

Co-op Community Fund

Greenacres Office Space

Looking for some office space for rental in Kent? Why not consider our Greenacres building!