Looking for Benefit Advice?
Navigating the intricacies of benefits can be overwhelming and challenging. At ShARP, we provide clear, tailored guidance to ensure you access the assistance you rightfully deserve.
Are you worried about debt? Need advice?
Debt can be daunting, but you don’t have to face it alone. At SHARP, we offer practical solutions and expert guidance to help you navigate your financial challenges. Let’s work together to find a path forward.
Worried about your Universal Credit? ShARP are here to help!
Understanding Universal Credit can be complex, but you’re not alone in this. At SHARP, we’re dedicated to providing you with comprehensive advice and insights to ensure you get the support you’re entitled to. Reach out to us, and let’s simplify the process together.
Our News
Exciting New Opportunity!
We are looking for an Advice Worker to join the new ShARP Centre for Warmth funded by Northern Gas Networks. Are you an experienced Advice
Volunteers and Volunteering
Volunteers play a pivotal role in everything we do here at ShARP. Find our application form if you would like to join us.
Links for Life
ShARP are proud to be a Links for Life Hub. Funding from UKSPF through Sunderland City Council is helping ShARP deliver new support services to local people.
We officially opened our wonderful new doors here at ShARP!
A massive Thank You to all who have been involved in making this happen including the Area Committee – we could have not have achieved this without their support and that of Gentoo Empower Local Community Fund who also contributed to fund this project. Partnership in action!!
The doors are already making a huge impact in our building, allowing easy access to our facilities for staff and clients a like!
People in the photograph are L to R
- Tia Patterson - Chair ShARP Board of Directors
- Clinton Leeks OBE – ShARP Company Secretary
- John Ford – Partnership & Funding Manager Gentoo
- Cllr David Snowdon – Shiney Row Ward Cllr
- Cllr Mel Speding – Shiney Row Ward Cllr
WHAT WE DO HERE AT ShARP?
- Advice and guidance
- Access to training
- Employment support
- Services for older people
- Community development
ShARP have been awarded a Nationwide Community Grant.We are excited to work with the Nationwide Building Society going forward as we continue to make a difference in our local community!
We are delighted to have copies of Covid Walks by Clinton Leeks OBE here in our office to sell.These books are £10 each and are a great companion to walking our local area and you will be sure to discover many hidden gems and points of interest that you would have perhaps over looked.Be sure to get your copy now and don't forget that all proceeds from this book will go to charity!
Have you received a UC Migration Letter
We can offer free advice and support about benefits
Community School Clothing Scheme UPDATE: The Cramlington Hub is no longer trading.
Community School Clothing Scheme
Sunderland Store
Cobalt Store
Cramlington Store
Shiney Community Library Opening Times
- Open: 9am - 4.30pm Every Day
REGIONAL WINNER OF NORTH EAST CHARITY AWARD ANNOUNCED BY GARFIELD WESTON FOUNDATION
The first ever North East regional winner of the Weston Charity Awards, that sees charities across the North of England being mentored by senior business leaders, has been revealed.
Over the last year, six charities from across the North East have had access to a team of senior business leaders through the organisation Pilotlight, as part of the awards. Horden Youth & Community Centre (HYCC), which helps disadvantaged and isolated families in one of the most deprived areas of the country, was eventually chosen as the first ever regional winner.