People in Monmouthshire are being encouraged to continue, where possible, donating food items to support the county’s food banks.
The council is encouraging people to think of the food banks when out doing their essential shopping. Many supermarkets across the county will have a food bin at the front of store where food donations can be dropped off.
Food banks are vital in supporting people facing difficult or emergency circumstances, and even more significant in the current crisis. People in crisis are often referred to food banks from key agencies such as Citizens Advice, social services, children’s centres and health visitors etc. The referring agency then provides long-term support, if needed, to help address some of the issues behind the reasons for access to the food banks.
If the agency feels someone is struggling to put food on the table, they will issue a foodbank voucher. The referral agency can also provide long-term support if needed to help address some of the issues behind the reasons for a person’s crisis.
Monmouthshire County Council was previously able to refer people to the food bank system via local Hubs and libraries. In the current situation this is not practical and in order to continue supporting those who need emergency support, residents may now contact the council direct. Contact details are included below:
Monmouthshire Contact Centre – 01633 644644
Monmouthshire email- foodbankteam@monmouthshire.gov.uk
For more information about Monmouthshire Food Banks, people can visit
www.monmouthdistrict.foodbank.org.uk