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"I’m interested in making a difference to people’s lives"

Introducing Jane Claxton, the Chair of Southdown.

"When someone shares their difficulties, it takes away the shame that someone experiencing something similar can feel"

Abbie, our Peer Trainer at the Recovery College, tells us about her work and her own mental health recovery journey.

"I have the feeling that nothing is impossible here"

Introducing Gary, an Employment Specialist at Southdown, who is supporting clients with mental health challenges get back into work in an innovative pilot study.

"Support is so important. It is a lifeline for some people"

Introducing Carol Ann, who tells us about the important work our Floating Support Officers do for the West Sussex Homelessness Prevention Partnership.

"We’re not doctors or nurses but we do save lives"

A Floating Support Officer from our West Sussex Homelessness Prevention Partnership tells us what will happen if the proposed cuts are made to housing-related support in the county.

"The best thing about my job is knowing that I can have a really positive effect on tenants’ lives"

Introducing Simon, a member of our Financial Inclusion Team, which has been created to increase financial and digital inclusion for clients accessing Southdown's services.