Hwb Dinas Bangor, a centre that supports local residents, is grateful that almost 10,000 visitors have called at the Hwb during the first months since the doors opened.
Located near the bus stop at the old Caffi Hafan building in the centre of Bangor, it is a convenient and welcoming location for people to drop in for a chat and seek guidance and support.
Councillor Dilwyn Morgan who leads on adult services within Cyngor Gwynedd said during a visit to the centre: “Credit must be paid to the team that collaborates with local partners and volunteers to support people with mental health advice, discussions around homelessness, tenancy, employment, benefit support, food bank, fuel poverty and much more.
“I was truly inspired by the activity that takes place at Yr Hwb, and the collaboration between nearly 50 partners. Among them health and social welfare teams, outreach services, partners within the education sector, on top of the community groups. It’s also good to hear that North Wales Police, the local health board and the city’s secondary schools benefit from the support.
“I was delighted to be welcomed by Lisa Goodier, the Hwb’s manager, Plaid Cymru Councillor, Elin Walker Jones and volunteers James, Jack, Mike and Rose. It’s a breath of fresh air to see effective collaboration and the positive impact the Hwb has on the city’s residents.”
Hwb Dinas Bangor also supports the city’s other community hubs, to create a network around Bangor making it easier for residents to access support.
In a community workshop two years ago the idea ofestablishing a hub in Bangor city centre began explained the Councillor for Glyder Ward, Elin Walker Jones. Elin‘s encouragement and support have been central to the establishment together with the continued support of Dr Martin Hanks, Bangor city director and the rest of the council’s staff and members.
“I am extremely proud of Lisa and the team, Bangor City Council’s financial support for the vision and the collaboration of partners such as Cyngor Gwynedd,” said Cllr Elin Walker Jones.
“It is sad that services like this are needed within our communities, but I am so glad that it is available here in Bangor on people’s doorstep. Thank you to everyone for working together!”
For more information about Hwb Dinas Bangor, which is open from Monday to Friday 9.30 to 4pm, follow the Hwb on social media. Email details are hwb.hub@bangorcitycouncil.com or call on 01248 352421
Photo: Lisa Goodier, Hwb manager chatting with the cabinet member who leads on adult services in Gwynedd, Cllr Dilwyn Morgan
