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Amesbury mayor praises 'compassionate ethos' of local services
The Mayor of Amesbury has praised two local services for their "compassionate ethos."
Councillor Dr Monica Devendran visited Alabaré's Veteran Self-Build programme and learning disabilities homes on Thursday, June 12.
The charitable organisation, which supports vulnerable, homeless and marginalised people, said the mayor had been "seeing the difference" the services make to the lives of those who use them.
The self-build project in Drummond Park, Ludgershall, helps formerly homeless ex-service personnel learn the skills to build homes that will eventually be available to them for independent living.
The veterans also gain skills and the confidence to work in the construction industry.
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Mayor of Amesbury Cllr Dr Monica Devendran (right) visiting Alabaré's Veteran Self-Build programme in Ludgershall, alongside Helen Inglis from Alabaré (left). (Image: Alabaré) The Amesbury mayor also visited a nearby home that supports residents with learning disabilities. She spent time speaking to both residents and staff about their efforts to support residents to live as independently as possible.
Councillor Devendran said the visits were "moving and uplifting, showcasing the compassionate ethos at the heart of Alabaré's work."
She said: "When we invest in people and believe in their potential, we don't just rebuild homes — we rebuild hope, dignity and purpose."
An Alabaré spokesperson said: "We're grateful to the mayor for taking the time to learn more about our work.
"The Veteran Self-Build and learning disabilities homes are wonderful examples of how we're aiming to support those in marginalised communities to live happy, healthy and independent lives."
