Aspirations Program Registered Charity 1195424

Aspirations Program Registered Charity 1195424 Aspirations mission is to provide the highest quality of care delivered with a sense of warmth, frie

Today as part of our series for we are sharing Tiffany's story.Tiffany is one of our Aspirations graduates and is a ...
11/09/2025

Today as part of our series for we are sharing Tiffany's story.

Tiffany is one of our Aspirations graduates and is a great advocate for the work that we do.

"Aspirations has changed my life. I never thought I would even get clean, but I've got so much more than that. Their help not only helps you understand and deal with addiction it helps in every aspect of life. My mental health has improved, my son is flourishing in life and I'm present. He has a mum again, my mum has a daughter again and I've now got a life where I finally have peace. It's cheesy but it's literally a life beyond my wildest dreams. I will always have a place in my heart for the aspirations programme and the incredible people who make it possible x"

Thank you to Tiffany for sharing with us.

Stories of Hope – National Recovery MonthThis September, we’re celebrating members of our community who have overcome ad...
10/09/2025

Stories of Hope – National Recovery Month

This September, we’re celebrating members of our community who have overcome addiction and found new beginnings.

Today, we’re proud to share Rebecca’s story. Rebecca is now one of our Support Workers on the Aspirations Programme.

“My clean date is 22/12/2022. Almost three years ago, I came to Aspirations with nothing and no one. I had lost my children, my home, and my sense of self-worth. I believed the things I had done were unforgivable, and the thought of rebuilding my life felt impossible and overwhelming.

But services like Aspirations, and the therapeutic value of one addict helping another, held me up and showed me love, compassion, and forgiveness until I was able to extend those same things to myself and find the strength to rebuild my life.

Today, my children are back home with me, and I’ve returned to Aspirations as a Support Worker. This role is more than just a job to me — it’s a privilege to give back the same support that once saved me. Today I can say that I am a productive member of society and I lead a happy and fulfilling life. My journey is proof that recovery is possible, and I hope my story can give others the courage to believe in theirs too.”
💜 Rebecca’s story reminds us that recovery is always possible.

(Aspirations Programme – Registered Charity 1195424)


🔥 SOUND SYSTEM SESSION IN SOUTHEND 🔥Southeast Alliance Soundsystem linkin’ up with Conscious Sounds + MessenJah Music So...
10/09/2025

🔥 SOUND SYSTEM SESSION IN SOUTHEND 🔥
Southeast Alliance Soundsystem linkin’ up with Conscious Sounds + MessenJah Music Soundsystem & full crew 🎶 Expect heavyweight bass, positive vibes & pure energy till 3am!

📍 Ndance Ltd, Lucy Rd, Southend-on-Sea
🗓 Saturday 11th October
⏰ 8pm – 3am
💸 £8 early bird / £10 on the door
🎟 Tickets available online at https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/roots-reggae-night-aspirations-charity-fundraiser-tickets-1682650315389?aff=oddtdtcreator

ALL proceeds go to charity ❤️ Big vibes for a big cause.
Bring your dancing shoes + your best skank… you don’t wanna miss this one! 💃🏽🕺🏽

Fancy a challenge this month? Why not sign up for a place in one of the charity runs above and help raise funds for Aspi...
05/09/2025

Fancy a challenge this month? Why not sign up for a place in one of the charity runs above and help raise funds for Aspirations this September.

Don't forget September is National Recovery Month, with your help we can raise more awareness for people battling addiction

BIG OCTOBER SESSION INCOMING!! 🔥🔥RASING MONEY FOR OUR FAMILY SUPPORT CAMPAIGN & WOMEN ONLY SERVICES AT CHRISTMAS TICKETS...
26/08/2025

BIG OCTOBER SESSION INCOMING!! 🔥🔥

RASING MONEY FOR OUR FAMILY SUPPORT CAMPAIGN & WOMEN ONLY SERVICES AT CHRISTMAS

TICKETS NOW ON SALE VIA THE LINK BELOW ⬇️

2 HEAVYWEIGHT SOUTHEND SOUNDS 1 ARENA!! 🔊🔊

SOUTHEAST ALLIANCE SOUNDSYSTEM IN SESSION alongside CONSCIOUS SOUNDS & DIGGA RANKS 🔥🔥 MC layor & James Nicolls on the mic 🎤

MESSENJAH MUSIC SOUNDSYSTEM IN SESSION WITH FULL CREW ELLEN PETERS & GARY JAMES on mic duties 🔥🔥

NOT TO BE MISSED!!!



https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/roots-aspirations-reggae-night-tickets-1410463918549?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=wsa&aff=ebdsshwebmobile&fbclid=IwQ0xDSwMahJdleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHqGQalXxs1X9xCUOvov7Y4TGqTZujEfD8VaXRqu9pL2te_BBBxCN5rXd0lze_aem_uYsA4LXYSco_jsfykmV9Sg

Today we are here🫶👇Come & say hello if you're around ❤️💛💚
24/08/2025

Today we are here🫶👇
Come & say hello if you're around ❤️💛💚

Thank you to everyone who voted for us in the Dunelm Southend | Community giving joy at Christmas campaign.We were selec...
21/08/2025

Thank you to everyone who voted for us in the Dunelm Southend | Community giving joy at Christmas campaign.
We were selected & we are truly grateful.
We have chosen 7 families from the Kursaal Estate & 5 in Shoebury.
We have notified our families & the responses have had me in tears. Please keep an eye out on how you can support our families this Christmas

P.s no its not to early 🌲🧑‍🎄

Sorry to tell you but we have 19 Saturdays before Christmas.We are starting to collect for our families living in povert...
18/08/2025

Sorry to tell you but we have 19 Saturdays before Christmas.

We are starting to collect for our families living in poverty, this year we will cover 5 families in Shoebury & 5 on the Kursall Est

If you can donate £10 towards Christmas lunch or £5 towards a gift for the children

If you would like to support this cause you can donate via the links below or buy a gift from our amazon wishlist.

Or if you fancy picking up a gift when you're put Christmas shopping we'd appreciate this to.

Please note there is a QR code attached if you would like to donate on line

Just Giving 💙
https://www.justgiving.com/page/marie-edmonds-1726494994044?newPage=true

Amzon Wishlist ❤️

https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/3RFTLQT9Q7DB5?ref_=wl_share&fbclid=IwY2xjawFVF_FleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHTIcUQnil14THCD6-xFJSBHERQXQ6pmsK12L3_si9ECbfFehx9LNNW1_0g_aem_EHCAKQSGu1nQN6tUIbMKxA

PayPal 🥀
https://www.paypal.com/donate/?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=QGDB429CHVVNL&source=url&ssrt=1726495374942

I've been blessed with a 12-step program and 11 years of therapy that have taught me to be accountable and responsible f...
14/08/2025

I've been blessed with a 12-step program and 11 years of therapy that have taught me to be accountable and responsible for my actions in my addiction. However, on the other side of accountability were the people and professionals who showed me where systems had failed me. The education system allowed me to leave school at 13 while I was self-harming, without providing adequate support or intervention. The care system failed to hear me when I disclosed adverse childhood experiences. There was no apology when my perpetrator was convicted based on a guilty plea. The criminal justice system assigned me the same probation officer as my perpetrator, forcing me to change officers due to the obvious conflict of interest. I was made to feel like I was the problem. Doctors abused their power, further exacerbating my trauma.

The failings of these systems are numerous and ongoing. The way systems approach vulnerable, traumatized women means everything to me. I don't just owe it to the women we serve; I owe it to the 14-year-old girl who sobbed while telling her social worker about the abuse she suffered at home who wasn't seen or heard ! I owe it to the 13-year-old who was never taught how to regulate her emotions and resorted to self-harm as a coping mechanism. I owe it to the 18-year-old who was caught shoplifting to feed her addiction and was made to feel like she was the problem, while I was part of the problem so were the systems around me!.

Systems need change, and it's up to us to be the catalyst for that change. It's not something that can be done alone; it requires a collective approach. I'm not alone in this fight, and I'm grateful for the support of those who understand the importance of treating women with dignity and respect. Here we go again – round two in the fight for women to be treated with the respect and dignity they deserve.

13/08/2025

Hi everyone! 🌟 You can support me by sending Stars – they help me earn money to keep supporting some of the most vulnerable people in community

As always thank you for your continued support ❤️

Whenever you see the Stars icon, you can send me Stars.

So did you think we would create a men's only recovery space & leave the ladies out?Coming soon 🩷Our women's recovery sp...
13/08/2025

So did you think we would create a men's only recovery space & leave the ladies out?

Coming soon 🩷

Our women's recovery space is a safe and supportive environment where women can come together to share their experiences, receive support, and work towards healing and recovery. This space is specifically designed for women who have been impacted by trauma, addiction, or mental health issues, and provides a safe and non-judgmental space for them to connect with others who understand their struggles. Our women's recovery space offers a variety of support groups, workshops, and activities that are tailored to the unique needs of women, and is led by experienced facilitators who are passionate about supporting women's recovery. Whether you're looking for a supportive community, guidance on your recovery journey, or simply a safe space to share your story, our women's recovery space is here to support you

Please contact Info@aspirationsprogram.org.uk

For more information 🩷🩷

Can you put one foot in front of the other to help raise funds for Carrie's Outreach and the Aspirations Day Program? In...
13/08/2025

Can you put one foot in front of the other to help raise funds for Carrie's Outreach and the Aspirations Day Program?

In partnership with Run for Charity we have a number of events for all skill levels, from 5k's to obstacle courses, hiking trails to half-marathons, all based within Essex and London, and with low minimum sponsorship and registration fees. The money you can raise will directly benefit our charity.

For more information or to register, visit aspirationsprogram.org.uk/event

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