“I think having a good, secure home is the foundation for life. Being without a home destroys everything – self-confidence, being organised etc”

“Support for those who are homeless through no fault of their own is an important social goal”

“Derventio is doing a good job in helping some of the most vulnerable in our society. Also giving added value for my donations.”

“A well worthwhile cause because the need is always there and not likely to go away”

“Since first supporting the Housing Trust I have noticed the steady progress and development of the help given to homeless people in the area, and the increasing numbers and ways in which their lives have changed. I am full of admiration.”

"Derventio provide an essential service to the community, and help people get their lives on track. Working with them gives me a sense of fulfillment, its been a pleasure to work with them in the past and I hope the relationship continues for many years". (Adam Lawrence, landlord)

“Derventio have an open, positive and effective relationship throughout the delivery partnership.” (Richard Oskwarek, Building Better Opportunities Partnership Manager)

“It is a lovely project to work with and all the staff are fantastic” (Jan Flamank, artist working with Growing Lives participants)

“I have worked in Adult Care for almost 30 years and would like to say that the Growing Lives Project is in my opinion one of the best Community Projects I’ve had access to as a support worker” (MR, Derbyshire County Council Adult Care Team)

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