FOUNDATION JERSEY FUND

The WO Street Charitable Foundation Jersey Fund strives to make a positive impact by empowering communities to advance education and address poverty, especially among children and young people who struggle to meet their educational or living experiences. Additionally, the Fund supports projects for the elderly and people living with blindness and disabilities, particularly those who cannot afford medical or convalescent care. The aim is to enhance the capacity of these communities and transform their activities, ultimately improving their quality of life.

CASE STUDY: WETWHEELS JERSEY

Amount: £6,000

Project: Giving care home residents the ‘Wetwheels experience’ Coordinating 28 boating trips for care home residents to access the sea in a safe, stimulating and rewarding way on board specially built and fully accessible powerboats.

Impact

Case Study Dementia Jersey

Amount: £3,672

Project: Mini golf and indoor petanque for people with dementia and their carers

Encourage more men with dementia and their carers to benefit from support through weekly tailored mini golf and indoor petanque sessions.

Impact

People living with dementia are at a greatly increased risk of hospital admission due to falls. Exercise and mobility have been shown to reduce the risk of falls by improving strength and balance, as well as slowing down cognitive decline, which helps people to live well for longer at home. In addition, social interaction and stimulation positively impacts mood, self-esteem and feelings of connectedness, reducing feelings of isolation and low confidence.

Blue Mind Science shows marked cognitive, emotional and physical health and wellbeing benefits from being by the water. Just the sight and sound of water can induce a flow of neurochemicals that increases blood flow to the brain and heart, promoting relaxation and wellbeing. In addition, giving passengers the chance to take the helm and control of the vessel enhances their confidence and gives them a feeling of accomplishment, especially as it may have been years since they gave up driving.