The Pantry at Norley Hall
Norley Hall has partnered with a local charity to open a food pantry that will support residents of Norley Hall with essential food and household items after the home converted an outdoor lodge into a food pantry which will be opened twice a week.
Working with The Brick, a Wigan-based charity that addresses homelessness and poverty across Wigan and Leigh, the organisation has supported the home with volunteers and donations.
Providing a limited number of shopping packs per session, those within the Norley Hall community can take advantage of a ‘pay-as-you-feel’ policy that sees all money raised donated to the care home’s residents’ fund.
The fund contributes to additional activities, equipment and excursions that residents at the home can enjoy.
The Pantry opened at the end of September and has already supported almost 70 people and raised over £70 for the residents’ fund.
Operating every Thursday, from 16:00 – 19:00, and Friday from 12:00 – 14:00. Visitors sign up for a free membership entitling them to a bag of shopping per week.
Stock varies, but generally consists of staple foods, sweet treats, children’s items, and cleaning and hygiene products.
Be advised, the Pantry runs on a first come first served basis and holds with limited stock levels.
“Norley Hall Care Home is embedded within a great community; everyone knows everyone we wanted to make the most of a disused space and a new partnership with The Brick.
“The Pantry at Norley Hall will support various people within our community, we’re open to all. We’re looking forward to including our residents and staff in the project, which will provide great benefits for all involved.”
“Norley Hall Care Home is at the heart of the Norley Hall community. We understand that Millenium Care wish to support the local community with a small pantry that is accessible for all locally. This innovative project is all about community, togetherness and supporting those struggling with the cost of living.
“The Brick's staff and volunteers will be there to advise and support the Norley Hall Pantry. The project has got off to a great start and it has been so nice to see the beginnings of what will be a great community asset.”
Open to all, The Pantry at Norley Hall, aims to reduce stresses around food poverty and add to an already vibrant community.
If you, or anyone you know, would benefit from The Pantry please visit on one of the operating days.
