Following the tragic event of the Glenfell Tower Fire on Wednesday 14th June an Emergency Muslim Response Unit has been coordinated with British Muslim charities and the local authorities to help to provide much-needed support to the victims and families affected.
Below are listed essential services for families affected to access.
INFORMATION POINTS FOR AFFECTED FAMILIES
Families inquiring about loved ones should contact the main information point at Westway Sports Centre, 1 Crowthorne Road, W10 6RP.
This is the rest and respite centre for families and evacuees.
NHS medical professionals, counsellors and psycho-social support and social workers are available on site led by British Red Cross.
NO DONATION OF ITEMS NEEDED - FINANCIAL AID REQUIRED
We have been overwhelmed by the number of items donated to support the victims however we do not need any more items.
Local Council is coordinating efforts with us and British Red Cross to transport all surplus food, clothing and essential items to storage locations for distribution.
We welcome you to support the victims through giving your funds to registered British charities, such as Human Appeal who are taking donations herehttps://donate.humanappeal.org.uk/donate/london-fire-victims, who will work with the local authorities and emergency services to distribute funds to support the long term needs of the victims and families affected.
BEREAVEMENT AND COUNSELLING SERVICES
Following services are available to families in need of burial and bereavement services:
- Eden Burial Service is offering FREE advice on burial and bereavement services.
Contact: Anika Sadeque on 07718 175461 oranika.sadique@edencare.uk.com or Ahad on 07932 597239.
Eden are also providing befriending and advocacy services for affected families.
Eden can also refer non-Muslim burials to their partner organisations.
- Sukoon Counseling Service is available to victims and families affected. Please contact Rehan on 07943 561561.
Emergency Cash Grants
National Zakat Foundation is focused on the education, calculation and distribution of Zakat to eligible persons in the UK. They are in West London providing zakat and emergency cash grants for residents from evacuated building to cover basic needs including food, travel and temporary accommodation.
NZF will be facilitating the resettlement process as well as providing much needed well being support and access to counseling services.
If you are aware of families in need of immediate and long term cash grants and assistance please visit www.nzf.org.uk for more information.or contact 03333 123123.
Alternatively, visit Al-Manaar Muslim Cultural Heritage Centre where we are working with the local community.
MEDIA QUERIES
Please note no media interviews will be done with families out of respect for the families to ensure privacy and dignity at this difficult time as many are waiting for confirmed news about their loved ones.
Contact Charles Lawley on 07535 415 060 orCharles.lawley@humanappeal.org.uk
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The Muslim Emergency Response Unit is a coordinated effort and collaboration of British Muslim UK registered charities and local authorities providing services to meet the needs of victims and families affected in the fire. Further updates will be provided in the next few days.
Human Appeal (www.humanappeal.org.uk) is one of the UK’s fastest growing charities. With a presence in 25 countries, spanning Asia, Africa, Europe, the Middle East and here in the UK, we help in times of crisis and we deliver sustainable development programmes in the world’s poorest nations.
Following the tragic event of the Glenfell Tower Fire on Wednesday 14th June an Emergency Muslim Response Unit has been coordinated with British Muslim charities and the local authorities to help to provide much-needed support to the victims and families affected.
Below are listed essential services for families affected to access.
INFORMATION POINTS FOR AFFECTED FAMILIES
Families inquiring about loved ones should contact the main information point at Westway Sports Centre, 1 Crowthorne Road, W10 6RP.
This is the rest and respite centre for families and evacuees.
NHS medical professionals, counsellors and psycho-social support and social workers are available on site led by British Red Cross.
NO DONATION OF ITEMS NEEDED - FINANCIAL AID REQUIRED
We have been overwhelmed by the number of items donated to support the victims however we do not need any more items.
Local Council is coordinating efforts with us and British Red Cross to transport all surplus food, clothing and essential items to storage locations for distribution.
We welcome you to support the victims through giving your funds to registered British charities, such as Human Appeal who are taking donations here https://donate.humanappeal.org.uk/donate/london-fire-victims, who will work with the local authorities and emergency services to distribute funds to support the long-term needs of the victims and families affected.
BEREAVEMENT AND COUNSELLING SERVICES
Following services are available to families in need of burial and bereavement services:
- Eden Burial Service is offering FREE advice on burial and bereavement services.
Contact: Anika Sadeque on 07718 175461 or anika.sadique@edencare.uk.com or Ahad on 07932 597239.
Eden are also providing befriending and advocacy services for affected families.
Eden can also refer non-Muslim burials to their partner organisations.
- Sukoon Counselling Service is available to victims and families affected. Please contact Rehan on 07943 561561.
Emergency Cash Grants
National Zakat Foundation is focused on the education, calculation and distribution of Zakat to eligible persons in the UK. They are in West London providing zakat and emergency cash grants for residents from evacuated building to cover basic needs including food, travel and temporary accommodation.
NZF will be facilitating the resettlement process as well as providing much needed well-being support and access to counselling services.
If you are aware of families in need of immediate and long-term cash grants and assistance please visit www.nzf.org.uk for more information.or contact 03333 123123.
Alternatively, visit Al-Manaar Muslim Cultural Heritage Centre where we are working with the local community.
MEDIA QUERIES
Please note no media interviews will be done with families out of respect for the families to ensure privacy and dignity at this difficult time as many are waiting for confirmed news about their loved ones.
Contact Charles Lawley on 07535 415 060 or Charles.lawley@humanappeal.org.uk
End Note:
The Muslim Emergency Response Unit is a coordinated effort and collaboration of British Muslim UK registered charities and local authorities providing services to meet the needs of victims and families affected in the fire. Further updates will be provided in the next few days.
Human Appeal (www.humanappeal.org.uk) is one of the UK’s fastest growing charities. With a presence in 25 countries, spanning Asia, Africa, Europe, the Middle East and here in the UK, we help in times of crisis and we deliver sustainable development programmes in the world’s poorest nations.
