AN Aberdeen charity has pressed ahead with expansion plans to deliver more crucial services for vulnerable people despite the impact of COVID-19.
Aberdeen Cyrenians, who work with people who are homeless, fleeing abuse, or battling alcohol, drugs and mental health issues, have designed and launched three new services and recruited 13 new staff members since the outbreak began.
The new services include specialist support for survivors of historic abuse, a digital skills and hardware gifting programme for people who are homeless, and a redesign of the Summer Street food hub.
Mike Burns, chief executive said: “Despite the challenges of operating during Covid-19, we were determined to press ahead and bring these services alive to increase support to some of the most vulnerable people in our region who have really been struggling.
“At the same time, we’re thrilled that during these uncertain times with so many impacted by unemployment, we can offer these opportunities.”
