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Welcoming, Supporting and Empowering New Arrivals & Settled Communities
Across Sandwell and West Birmingham

About Brushstrokes

At Brushstrokes, we support people facing difficult situations by providing practical advice, guidance and a welcoming place to turn to. We help individuals and families access the services and support they need, overcome challenges, build confidence and feel more connected to their community. Our aim is to ensure that everyone feels valued, supported and given the opportunity to build a better future.

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Our Impact

Making a measurable difference
in our community

5,997

Advice Clients Supported  Last Year

£947,816

In Financial Outcomes for Clients Last Year

12,898

Foodbank Beneficiaries Supported Last Year

15,915

Total Client Visits to Brushstrokes Last Year

Session in Progress

Drop in Session

Every Monday   

10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Our drop-in session takes place every Monday. If you need advice or support, please come along and speak to our team.

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At the moment, we are not accepting appointments by phone, so please visit us during our Monday drop-in session.

FOOD  SUPPORT

We provide free food parcels to anyone in the community who needs support, helping individuals and families access essential food when they need it. We also offer a range of additional fresh, chilled, frozen and store-cupboard items for a small contribution.

Services

At Brushstrokes, we provide free information, advice and practical support to help people settle into their communities and access the services they need.
Our support includes immigration and asylum support, housing and homelessness, health and wellbeing, walfare and benefits, Learning English, getting work, digital skills, family support, food bank and clothes as well as guidance with everyday issues. We listen to each person’s situation, provide clear information and, where needed, connect them with the right organisation or service for further support.

Immigration

We provide information, advice and support to help people understand their immigration status and access appropriate services.

Asylum Support

We support asylum seekers with practical advice and guidance throughout their asylum journey.

Housing and The Homeless

We provide housing advice and support people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness to find suitable accommodation and support.

Health & Wellbeing

We help people access healthcare, understand NHS services and improve their physical, mental and social wellbeing.

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We Accept Donations

Helping The Community

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Join Our Activities

Family Support

Join Our Creative Community!

Support Us

 Your support helps us make a real difference in the lives of people in our community. We provide practical support, advice and opportunities to help people feel safe, included, connected and able to build a better future.  Every donation, big or small, helps us reach more people, respond to their needs and continue making a lasting difference in our community.

Volunteer With Us

Become part of the Brushstrokes team and help make a positive difference in the lives of people in our community. Everyone is welcome to volunteer, regardless of experience, skills or background. Share your time, learn new skills, meet people and help us create a stronger, more connected community.

Client Story, M.

Client M, a young mother seeking asylum, arrived in the UK with limited English and no support network. She experienced isolation and uncertainty about how to care for
her child in a new environment.
"When I first came here, I was scared and alone… Brushstrokes has made us feel part of a family."
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