Stalybridge and Hyde MP Jonathan Reynolds has revisited homelessness charity Emmaus Mossley to meet with their community members and discuss key issues.
On Friday 18 October, Jonathan Reynolds MP, toured Emmaus Mossley’s residential community – home to 26 people – and the charity’s large Secondhand Superstore. Emmaus Mossley supports people who have experienced homelessness by providing them with a home, companionship, tailored support and work opportunities.
As well as meeting with the charity’s staff and local volunteers, Jonathan met with companions – people supported by the charity – to hear first-hand about their experiences at Emmaus and overcoming homelessness.
Jonathan commented: “Emmaus Mossley is one of my favourite places to visit and both the charity and their Secondhand Superstore continues to go from strength to strength. The spirit of community, compassion and togetherness is palpable and there for everyone to see.”
“I have supported and visited Emmaus over many years and would like to congratulate all companions, volunteers and staff for continuing to develop and create, what is, a wonderful asset within Mossley, Tameside and the Greater Manchester city region.”
Jonathan was given a tour of the community and Secondhand Superstore by Emmaus companion Darren. All income raised from the Superstore is used by the charity to sustain their residential community and the support given to people who live there.
Darren said: “It was an honour to welcome Jonathan back to our community and give him a tour to show what improvements we’ve made since he was last here. Jonathan was very interested in different aspects of our charity and we’re all grateful for the visit and his kind support.”
Alison Hill, Chief Executive Officer at Emmaus Mossley, said: “It was a pleasure to welcome Jonathan back to our community for a tour, lunch and to discuss both local and national issues linked to our charity and the support of people who experience homelessness.
“We are proud of what Emmaus Mossley is achieving, both locally and as part of the wider Emmaus movement. It was good to be able to share our progress and developments with Jonathan and we are very grateful for his continued support of our charity.”
