Second Chance Furniture: About us

About us

Since mid-1993, Second Chance Furniture has very successfully met its main objective of giving assistance to families or individuals who, for various reasons, may need help in setting up or maintaining a new home.

The furniture scheme starts with the generous donation of items from local households and businesses. The items, which should be basically sound and clean, can be delivered to the store during working hours (0930 - 1330 hrs, Tuesday to Thursday), or collected (free of charge) by us. Only items which can readily be reused by our clients can be accepted.

Inspection and small repairs will be carried out by our workshop team before the items are displayed for selection. Items are marked to show the contribution against storage and transport costs that we request from individuals or the caring agencies.

Furniture is made available to anyone who is referred by one of the caring agencies or can demonstrate a genuine need and be eligible on financial grounds for help by the charity. In achieving the main objective, the scheme provides a wide range of rewarding opportunities for volunteers.

For people with difficulties due to income, health or special needs, a reasonable home with basic furniture is a good foundation for dealing with other aspects of life.