Clothed with choice and dignity
Anthony * , aged 62, suffered a work-related injury and now relies on a disability pension to support himself. His fixed income is not enough to make
“The fact that Anthony left his home to attend the Thread Together appointment shows just how much he needed new clothes. “When we were at the Thread Together clothing hub, Anthony was treated with kindness and dignity, and he was given a choice. “He had assumed that he would just have to accept what was given to him, however, he was pleasantly surprised. “As an older gentleman living alone in hard times and with no money to spare, the fact that there was a service where he had choices made him feel welcome.” Edward works for one of more than 125 external agencies who access clothing for clients through AnglicareSA’s Thread Together program.
ends meet, with rising living costs stretching an already tight budget. Anthony buys a few basic clothes during the Boxing Day sales every year to save money. However, after a long winter and unseasonably cold spring, Anthony’s only jumper was wearing very thin and was not enough to keep him warm in his home, which has no heating. Anthony’s support worker, Edward, contacted the Thread Together team. “Anthony is one of those individuals who had unfortunately fallen through the cracks,” said Edward explained. “He lives with mental health challenges, including social anxiety.
Support worker Edward
Donate now and give those in need access to new clothes
– support those experiencing or at risk of homelessness – assist refugee families arriving in Adelaide with little or no possessions – help survivors of domestic violence who flee without packing clothes
Your donation will provide comfort, build self-esteem, and dignity to those in our community experiencing disadvantage. Our Thread Together program has so far supported more than 20,000 customers, but there are many more who need our help. Through your donation our Thread Together Program will help: – rebuild lives after natural disasters
One in eight Australians are unable to afford adequate clothing and yet one third of all new clothing is going straight to landfill as fashion excess. Your donation to our Autumn Appeal will play a crucial role in ensuring all South Australians have access to essential clothing.
– provide clothing to long-term unemployed, with no means of purchasing appropriate interview attire. The Thread Together program relies on donations to continue this vital service. We simply could not continue this work without you.
Clothing is packed and sorted
Our mobile wardrobes deliver clothes to people in need
Fashion partners donate this stock
Previously, end-of-line stock was sent to landfill
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