Last updated: 15 October 2024

Next review: 15 October 2025

Blossom has proven to be ground-breaking, bringing incredible change, especially within diverse communities. They’ve established a sanctuary where lives are changed, and connections flourish.

Thousands of people have benefited from this innovative community centre experience, providing accessibility in any language and breaking down language barriers for every community. They are dedicated to tackling loneliness, isolation, and alienation across all ages.

Their inclusive approach extends to working with all communities, including migrants, immigrants, refugees, and people with no recourse to public funds.

Their Togetherness Café stands out as a haven for people seeking understanding of health and dealing with everyday life’s challenges. They offer holistic Comprehensive Support Services, including:

  • Diverse bereavement support in all community languages.
  • Support for those affected by domestic violence.
  • Information, Advice and Guidance: Navigating life's challenges made simpler.
  • Form Filling Services: Streamlining bureaucratic processes.
  • ESL Support: Tailored assistance for English as a Second Language.
  • Digital Skills Learning: Empowering with basic digital literacy.
  • Holistic support: Addressing physical, mental, and social well-being.
  • Mental Health Focus: A safe space for discussions and support.
  • Health Equity: Breaking language barriers, connecting with diverse communities.

Togetherness Café runs every Wednesday from 11am to 4pm at Leyton Cricket Ground, 6 Crawley Road, London, E10 6RJ 

Referral required and eligibility

No referral is required.

Languages

Arabic, Urdu, Punjabi, French, Turkish, Hindi, Hausa, Yoruba, Igbo, Gujarati.

The Digital Hub delivered by Blossom

Are you interested in learning how to book online GP appointments or blood tests? Do you need guidance on using smartphones or laptops? Would you like to explore the functionalities of WhatsApp and other useful apps? Blossom's Digital Skills Class for Beginners is here to support you. Additionally, if you require assistance in creating an email account, we can help with that too!

In addition to our main location, we offer digital inclusion services at Leytonstone Library from 12pm to 2pm every Wednesday.
 

Referral and eligibility

How to access: Residents or referral organisations will need to book in advance to access our project. To make a booking, please contact Amira Louati at 07956179160 or Shahid at 07786478961.

Eligibility: You must be a resident of Waltham Forest.

Sessions

Thursdays from 10:30am to 12:30pm