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Mosaic Matters2019 | Issue 37Registered Charity 1158138
www.mosaicfamilysupport.org | 01258 837071 | [email protected]
@mosaicdorset | @Mosaic16 | @mosaicfamilysupport
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Welcome from PhoebeWith the weather getting warmer we are preparing for the second of three Residential Weekends for 2019. This is an additional camp which will be a vital part of keeping up with the high volume of referrals, but this also means we need to work harder than ever to keep the funds flowing into Mosaic. The Mosaic250 Campaign is doing very well; make sure to read about its progress and learn how to get involved on page 6!
Phoebe Administrator
Kate HydeMosaic Counsellor
I have always enjoyed working with children, young people and their families in various roles and have brought up my own 4 children and my godson. I live in West Dorset with my youngest daughter and my very lively springer spaniel. I love walking the dog on the beach, singing and sailing when I get the chance.
I feel incredibly privileged to be part of the Mosaic team as they are a very special bunch of people who all want to make a difference for children and young people who are struggling with bereavement.
I am also passionate about the difference that pre-bereavement support can make for children and young people and their families at a really difficult time.
Sandra ScottMosaic Counsellor
I went on a Mosaic bereavement training day back in 2011. I listened to a young person tell their story and how Mosaic’s support had helped them through a very difficult time in their life, enabling them to come to terms with the death of a parent. I decided that I would like to support this amazing Charity and asked to be a volunteer. I am so pleased I made that choice as I am now a counsellor! I have met so many amazing children over the years and had the chance to belong and work alongside a supportive, dedicated team of people from all walks of life.Thank you Mosaic for the fantastic work you do.
Welcome from Margaret CEO
Mosaic has just had it’s 12th birthday and I cannot believe it was 2 years ago we were busy preparing for our 10th Anniversary Ball. Where has that time gone?
During the 2 years, we have seen a sharp increase in referrals, increased our Pre-bereavement work and have now put in place Early Bereavement support for families immediately after a death. This has meant increasing the number of Counsellors and Volunteer Support Workers so the Mosaic ‘family’ is continually growing! We have a wonderful, dedicated team who we couldn’t do without!
As you will see in this issue, we are always looking for volunteers to help with fundraising – so if you do have time to spare, please think about joining us!
Margaret CEO
We would like to congratulate Kate Hyde and Sandra Scott on recently becoming counsellors for Mosaic!
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Many of you know all about the amazing work Mosaic does with children and young people on a daily basis, but do you know about how we fund this? Read on to find out…
In 2017 Mosaic celebrated its 10th birthday, having come a huge way from its start around a kitchen table. 2017 the charity supported 170 children and young people across the county, but we knew there was more to do. So, we launched a new website, increased our social media presence and started a campaign to raise awareness and ensure that every child who needed us could find us and get support.
The results?
In 2018 we supported 230 children, a 35% increase. Based on referrals so far, we estimate that 2019 will see around 280 children getting the support they need – another 21% increase. This is fantastic news but to fund this additional work we will need to increase our income by 25% during 2019/2020.
This also comes at a time when political uncertainty and economic austerity means funding from statutory bodies is decreasing despite the extra children and will form only about 11% of our income in 2019. So where does the rest come from?
Many different sources: We currently receive a Children in Need grant and have some success from other local and national trusts and foundations.
We ask companies to choose us as their Charity of the Year and encourage community groups and individuals to support us. We also plan and hold as many of our own fundraising events as we can throughout the year, trying to spread ourselves across the county and engage as many supporters as possible.
So how can you help?
Volunteer at one of our stalls – a couple of hours is all it needs and can really help.
Sell summer draw tickets to friends and family and encourage them to sell some too.
Spread the word about us to colleagues and friends - awareness is key!
Attend or advertise the events we are putting on to ensure they make as much money as possible.
Keep your eyes open for possible opportunities in your area, do you have a local business that is looking for a charity to support? Is there a local event coming up we could have a stall at?
Perhaps you have a group of friends and would like to set up a “Friends of Mosaic” group in your area? Read more about this below.*
Any of the above would be a great help, so please contact me on [email protected]
Laura Stanley
We Need Your Help!
Volunteering
At Mosaic we have different types of volunteer roles; helping at our residential weekends, fundraising events, family days and office admin.
In particular we are always looking for volunteers to help at community fundraising events. These events help fund the family activity days and residentials, so we ask all volunteers to help with at least one fundraiser throughout the year.
*Friends of Mosaic
We are looking for people to set up ‘Friends of Mosaic’ groups. This would be to set up fundraisers, volunteer at local events and to have fun! We would assist you with fundraising packs and resources. It’s a great opportunity to put experience on a CV and to feel good about doing something good!
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What have we been up to?
Residential Weekend in April
LushLush Manufacturing once again invited Mosaic families into their factory. As one of our most popular family days, 41 children, young people and their families enjoyed learning how to make bath bombs, soap and meeting new friends!
“We had an absolutely amazing day, learnt so much and we were spoilt in being given so much to take home. My daughter even made a new friend!”
PicnicOn the 19th May we held our annual Family Picnic at the Orangery Suite in Merley House. Despite the rain we had 60 children, young people and their families enjoy a range of activities.
Jules the Entertainer made many balloon creations and food was provided by Butterfingers.
Bryanston SchoolBryanston School opened their gates to Mosaic young people on the 17th March. With an afternoon of wall climbing and swimming, followed by cake and nibbles, it was wonderful! Bryanston have recently decided to support Mosaic with family days and fundraising. We look forward to seeing what they come up with next!
All the bereaved children we support are invited to attend one of our Residential Weekends, which take place at Leeson House Field Study Centre, near Swanage. These weekends are a very important part of the work we do and give children and young people the opportunity to meet others, share their experience, learn how to express their feelings safely, remember their loved one and have fun!
Talking to others who understand how they feel helps to reduce isolation, build confidence and self-esteem.
This year, due to the increase in the number of children we have supported, we are increasing the number of weekends to three and holding one at the end of the summer term. All these weekends are funded through community donations and fundraising and we are very grateful to everyone who supports us.
If you would like to learn more about our Residential Weekends, go to www.mosaicfamilysupport.org/residential-weekends.
Our latest Residential Weekend took place at the beginning of April. This is what the young people said…
‘Camp has helped me discover more about my feelings. I’ve made lots of new friends, learnt lots of new skills and remembered my special person. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed myself!’
‘This weekend was so much fun, I enjoyed every moment of it. The volunteers were funny, kind and good at listening. Everyone looked after one another and the volunteers gave the best advice’.
‘Mosaic is awesome! I have loved meeting new people and learning I am not alone! Thank you’.
‘Mosaic is great fun. It’s good being allowed to talk about being sad. Thank you’.
Would you like to learn more about becoming a volunteer for Mosaic? Contact [email protected]
Thank you Lush!
Having fu n at camp
Mosaic Photo Gallery
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Thank you to Salsa Amigos for a cheque for £320
Spetisbury Occasional Dramatic Society - £500
Ducks & DrakesDucks & Drakes have kindly donated £5,000 to Mosaic.
This funding will help subsidise training for schools and counselling for young people.
Louis RossThe Louis Ross Foundation came to the closing ceremony of our Residential Weekend to present Mosaic with a cheque of £2,000! They watched the final presentation by the Mosaic children and met those they are helping with this donation.
SEROSERO is a Sturminster Newton based charity that raises money for local charities. They recently donated £2,000 to Mosaic! Their aim is to support Dorset children and their families.
Charitable organisations donating to Mosaic
M&S Castlepoint - £900 Rhythm Mix Dance Academy - £710AFC Bournemouth - £1,000
Thankyou !
A big thank you to…
• JP Morgan - £1,080
• Rotary Club of Bournemouth - £1,000
• White Stuff Foundation - £1,432
• Phil & Jacqueline Coxal’s Ladies Night - £520
• Waitrose Sherborne Community Matters Scheme - £600
• Brit Valley Lodge - £520
Thankyou !
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250 Completions At the start of the year we announced our new campaign, Mosaic250! Looking for 250 people to raise £100 over 2019. So far, we have raised a fantastic £2,623! Thank you to everyone who has signed up and contributed to this total.
There’s still time to join us! Contact [email protected] to find out more.
Sainsburys We would like to say a huge thank you to Weymouth Sainsbury’s for choosing Mosaic to be their charity of the year throughout 2018/2019. Over the year we have held numerous collections in their foyer, whilst staff have held events and even run a half marathon raising a total of £2,245!
Fundraising News
Pamper EveningThe 22nd March saw the Mosaic Pamper Evening take place at Queen Elizabeth’s School in Wimborne. Treatments were offered at a discounted rate from local therapists and tickets included goodie bags with a drink on arrival. Those who attended had a lovely, relaxing evening and Mosaic raised £600!
Summer DrawThis summer we have some wonderful prizes, donated by local businesses.
For £1 a ticket (books of 5), you can be in with the chance of winning the following…
Toni Coombs We would like to say a big thank you to Councillor Toni Coombs, Chairperson of East Dorset District Council, who chose to support Mosaic during her year in office. Toni held various events from quiz nights to a vintage gala dinner, the success from this has raised £4,088 for Mosaic!
Broadstone CO-OP Funera lca re Cake Sa le
Vintage Gala enterta inment
Thankyou !
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Activities for Summer Holidays
Plant Pot & Bird Boxes What you need:
• Plant pot/bird box • Paint – ready mixed is best
Painting plant pots and bird boxes is another way to remember a loved one. Again, encourage your child to paint whatever they want to. Afterwards you could plant something in the pot, perhaps the person’s favourite plant. Read more about this with our blog: www.mosaicfamilysupport.org/news
Painting Stones What you need:
• Stones – you can buy these at craft shops or garden centres • Paint – ready mixed is best
Encourage your child to paint their stone any way they want to remember their loved one. This could be colours, shapes, something that the person loved or even words that remind them. The important thing is that they paint it however they choose. You could perhaps paint a stone at the same time.
Fundraising EventsQuiz Night at Wareham Golf Club Saturday 6th July
Milton Abbas Street Fair Saturday 27th July
Dorset County Show Saturday 7th & Sunday 8th September
Mosaic Sponsored Walk Sunday 15th September
Read more about these events on our website: www.mosaicfamilysupport.org/events
With the summer holidays just around the corner, we have a few activities for you to try.
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Training
Mosaic Conference 2020
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Mosaic, 3 Barnes Croft, Coles Lane, Milborne St Andrew, Blandford, Dorset, DT11 0LG. Tel: 01258 837071. Email: [email protected]. Registered Charity No. 1158138.
Supporting bereaved children
Wednesday 25th September 2019 Introduction to Childhood Bereavement
Monday 7th October 2019 Traumatic and Complex Grief*
Monday 14th October 2019 Supporting Children Pre-Bereavement*
Wednesday 13th November 2019 Teenagers – Supporting Young Adults*
*Please note that we do ask delegates to complete the Introduction to Childhood Bereavement training (or have a similar level of experience or training in this area), before moving on to our more specific training courses.
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