Editor<p><strong>Bridgend charity opens doors to public for its ‘Home from Homelessness’</strong></p><p>The event on Wednesday 4 June will be held from 10am to 2pm at the <a href="http://www.emmaus.org.uk/south-wales/join-us/volunteer/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Emmaus South Wales</a> community at Nant Lais, Bridgend. Visitors will have the opportunity to learn more about the charity’s work beyond its well-known second-hand shops on New Road in <a href="https://swanseabaynews.com/category/news/in-your-area/bridgend/porthcawl/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Porthcawl </a>and Trysor Cudd on Tondu Road in <a href="https://swanseabaynews.com/category/news/in-your-area/bridgend/bridgend-town/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Bridgend</a>.</p><p>As well as guided tours of the charity’s private accommodation and gardens, the day will include opportunities to meet and hear directly from people supported by the charity. Emmaus South Wales say they provide a home, support and opportunities to progress for people with experience of homelessness</p><p>Visitors will also be able to learn about the wide range of opportunities to volunteer at Emmaus South Wales, including roles in the shops, assisting with upcycling, gardening, cooking, cleaning, and even content creation.</p><p><strong>Claire Gore, Accommodation and Support Manager at Emmaus South Wales, said: </strong>“Often people who visit our shops don’t realise that many of those behind the counter are residents—individuals being supported by Emmaus as they rebuild their lives after difficult times.</p><p>“What makes Emmaus truly unique is that the people we support are provided with opportunities to develop skills and gain work experience. We’d love for people to come and see that for themselves—and maybe even be inspired to volunteer.’’</p><p>Emmaus say the Open Day also gives staff a chance to thank the local supporters, customers, and volunteers who have helped sustain the charity over the years.</p><p><a rel="nofollow noopener" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://swanseabaynews.com/tag/bridgend/" target="_blank">#Bridgend</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://swanseabaynews.com/tag/charity/" target="_blank">#Charity</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://swanseabaynews.com/tag/emmaus-south-wales/" target="_blank">#EmmausSouthWales</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://swanseabaynews.com/tag/homelessness/" target="_blank">#homelessness</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://swanseabaynews.com/tag/porthcawl/" target="_blank">#Porthcawl</a></p>
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Editor<p><strong>Homelessness charity launches ‘library of things’ in Bridgend</strong></p><p>Located at Trysor Cudd by Emmaus South Wales on Tondu Road in Bridgend, the ‘Library of Things’ allows people to borrow items they only need occasionally, such as a jigsaw, pressure washer, sewing machine, or carpet cleaner.</p><p>This initiative aims to reduce unnecessary waste by encouraging the community to borrow rather than buy items that are infrequently used.</p><p><strong>Retail Manager Angela Davey said:</strong> <em>“</em> We’re so excited to launch the Library of Things here in Bridgend! With the cost of living hitting so many people hard, we wanted to create something practical, affordable, and community focused. It’s all about sharing what we have so everyone can access the things they need without the big price tag.”</p><p>Emmaus South Wales say that membership is open to anyone aged 18 and over. To join, simply <a href="http://www.emmaus.org.uk/south-wales/library-of-things/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">create an online account</a>, link a debit or credit card, and agree to the borrowing terms. Reserve, collect from the Bridgend shop on Tondu Road during opening hours (Monday to Saturday, 9:30 am to 4:30 pm), and return after use. Borrowing starts at just £5 for a seven-day loan but prices do vary depending on the item you are borrowing.</p><p><a rel="nofollow noopener" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://swanseabaynews.com/tag/bridgend/" target="_blank">#Bridgend</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://swanseabaynews.com/tag/emmaus-south-wales/" target="_blank">#EmmausSouthWales</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://swanseabaynews.com/tag/homelessness/" target="_blank">#homelessness</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://swanseabaynews.com/tag/library-of-things/" target="_blank">#LibraryOfThings</a></p>
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