It's 10am on a cold Thursday morning in Netherfield but already there has been a steady flow of visitors through the doors of the St George Centre in Victoria street. The centre has been operating since 1998 and it has provided vital support for the local community who rely on it for everything from food to karate lessons.
As the cost of living crisis continues to bite, the centre faces a tough few months ahead with many of its services in high demand. The centre is being used as a warm hub where visitors can go to stay warm as energy bill increases have made it difficult for people to heat their homes.
On the day of our visit, the centre is running a jobs fair. Those looking for work can also opt into CV writing workshops or join college courses. There are also options for things like Slimming World and memory cafes for those with dementia and workshops on preventing falls in the home.
