The Wren Project increases capacity to support more people living with high levels of distress, thanks to new funding

The Wren Project is proud to announce it will expand its capacity to support more individuals living with high levels of distress as a result of their autoimmune disease (AID), thanks to funding from The Randal Foundation.

People experiencing depression, loneliness, grief and suicidal thoughts due to their autoimmune diagnosis will have access to our personalised, one-to-one support. This service will offer them a safe and confidential space to speak openly and honestly about how their autoimmune disease is affecting their life. 

As part of this expansion, specialist training will also be delivered to our more experienced volunteers, ensuring they feel confident and well-equipped to support those in higher distress.

Commenting on the announcement, Bernard Caulfield, Wren Project Chair of Trustees, said: “We are extremely grateful to have received support from the Randal Foundation that will allow us to improve our capacity to support those living in acute distress with autoimmune disease.

“Those that seek our help are increasingly anxious, overwhelmed, and distraught – many express suicidal thoughts. Funds from the Randal Foundation will enable us to better meet their needs, providing individualised, long-term support that we know helps people move forward with optimism and hope for their future.”

The Wren Project is currently the only charity in the UK providing emotional support to people with all autoimmune diseases. Our aim is to reduce the loneliness, grief, isolation and often high levels of distress felt by many following a life-changing diagnosis.

Our unique, person-centred listening service focuses on the emotional and social impact of autoimmune disease. We offer a non-judgemental, advice-free space where individuals can feel heard, validated, and supported.

Support is free and available to anyone over the age of 18 with a diagnosed autoimmune disease. Listening sessions are delivered remotely by trained volunteers, enabling access across the UK.

To access The Wren Project’s free listening support, visit www.wrenproject.org and complete our online application form. A member of our team will be in touch shortly.

If you are interested in training to become a Listening Volunteer and supporting others through their autoimmune journey, find out more here.

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