Ellen Wren House
Ellen Wren House is a home for young single mothers and their babies where they can live in flats, with support from an attached social worker, until it is felt they are able to live independently.
Southampton and District have been involved with Ellen Wren House from the very beginning helping to provide funding for the orginal building. We have continued to support this project for over 15 years. A Club member has raised funds by selling paintings, both her own and those of friends at a ‘Garden Gallery’ event once a year.
Another member has raised additional funding with a BBQ in her garden.
Over the years we have provided stair gates, driving lessons, outdoor play equipment, and funding to put a Manager in post. On an annual basis, the Mothers receive a Christmas present of cash and toiletries and clothing items for the children. The Club has also been involved with cleaning and maintenance of an outside courtyard area.
The house is now managed by a Housing Society with funding from Social Services, but our support continues.
