Kenward Trust

21/03/2026

At Kenward Trust, meals are more than just food - they’re a moment of comfort, stability, and care for residents on their recovery journey.

We’re looking for a confident cook to join our catering team, preparing meals that support the wellbeing of people recovering from addiction and homelessness.

If you have experience catering for multiple covers and are looking for a flexible role where your work truly matters, we would love to hear from you.

· Full training provided

· Closing date: 30 March 2026

Download the job description and application form and send your completed application to jane.wenban@kenwardtrust.org.uk

Learn more: https://kenwardtrust.org.uk/current-vacancies/cook

21/03/2026

Join us for our Easter Thanksgiving Service at Kenward Trust, a time to come together in reflection, gratitude and community.

Whether you’re in recovery, supporting a loved one, or simply looking for a welcoming space, this service is open to all. Together, we celebrate new beginnings and the power of support.

• Saturday 4th April, 3PM
• Sinden Room, Kenward House

Let’s take a moment to pause, reflect and look ahead with hope.

Find out more about our work and community.

https://kenwardtrust.org.uk

19/03/2026

As a mum to teenagers, and with addiction having affected my family, I’ve seen first-hand the damage it can cause. It doesn’t just affect one person, it ripples through families. It genuinely frightens me that my kids are growing up in a world where drugs like ketamine are so cheap and accessible.

Kenward Trust not only rehabilitates sufferers of drug and alcohol addiction, but through their “Think Differently” programme they also educate children on the dangers of drugs and alcohol, and how quickly things can spiral.

I’m walking the Trek to raise as much as I can for this incredible charity. Every £1 genuinely makes a difference. This cause is deeply personal to me, and I’m proud to support them.

Sponsor Angela here:
https://ksar.enthuse.com/pf/angela-devoil-d4eac

18/03/2026

We’re delighted to welcome Lord Brooke of Alverthorpe as a Patron of Kenward Trust.

His longstanding support, lived experience, and passion for service will help strengthen our mission to transform lives affected by addiction. Lord Brooke’s encouragement, generosity, and insight are already helping us explore new opportunities to grow our services across Kent and beyond.

As our CEO, Penny Williams shared, his experience, perspective and commitment bring enormous value to the work we do every day supporting people affected by addiction.

Together, we look ahead with hope as we continue providing residential rehabilitation, supported housing, training and prevention services that help people rebuild their lives.

Read the full announcement: https://kenwardtrust.org.uk/news/lord-brooke

17/03/2026

17/03/2026

One run. One powerful story. One mission to protect young lives.

On 22nd March, Caroline Woods will be running the Whitstable & Herne Bay Half Marathon to raise money for Kenward Trust in memory of her nephew, Will.

Will was excited to begin his dream career in the army, but tragically passed away in 2018 after taking a prescription painkiller recreationally during a night out with friends.

Out of this heartbreaking loss, Will’s mum Kim Webster – a valued member of Kenward Trust’s Think Differently team – has dedicated herself to helping prevent similar tragedies. Alongside colleague Andy, she now visits schools across Kent speaking to young people about the real risks and consequences of drugs.

If you’d like to support Caroline’s run and help us continue this vital work, please consider donating.

Donate here:
https://www.justgiving.com/page/caroline-woods-1?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=WA&utm_campaign=020

16/03/2026

Could you help shape the future of trauma-informed recovery support in Kent?

Kenward Trust is recruiting a Qualified Counsellor with EMDR accreditation to join our team. We’re looking for someone with a recognised therapeutic qualification to a minimum of Level 4, EMDR UK accreditation, and experience of working with addiction.

Since introducing EMDR counselling in September 2025 for residents in first-stage residential treatment for substance misuse, we’ve seen a hugely positive response. Now, we want to expand our team so even more residents can access the counselling approach that best meets their needs.

This is an opportunity to be part of a service that is helping people rebuild their lives through compassionate, innovative residential care in the Kent countryside.

• Closing date: 20 March 2026
• Interviews: Agreed individually
• Apply: Download the job description and application form, then send your completed application to jane.wenban@kenwardtrust.org.uk

https://kenwardtrust.org.uk/current-vacancies/qualified-counsellor

15/03/2026

14/03/2026

Looking for something uplifting to do this spring?

Join the community at the Village Church Spring Fair in South Darenth for a wonderful morning of local crafts, Easter gifts and family-friendly activities – all while supporting a great cause.

• Saturday 21st March
• 11am – 2pm
• Village Church, South Darenth

You’ll find:
• Local crafts and handmade goods
• Easter books for children, Christian books & Bibles
• Easter gifts and cards
• Wooden handcrafted items including bug houses, jewellery, flowers and crosses
• Refreshments available

Most importantly, all proceeds will go to Kenward Trust, helping us continue transforming lives and supporting people affected by addiction and homelessness.

Bring your friends, enjoy the community spirit and support recovery.

Learn more about the work we do:

https://kenwardtrust.org.uk

12/03/2026

Reports this week on BBC South East Today and BBC Radio Kent highlight the growing concern around ketamine use among young people.

Doctors are seeing increasing numbers of teenagers experiencing serious health problems linked to the drug, including severe bladder damage, chronic pain and in some cases life-changing long-term consequences.

Stories like this are deeply concerning, but they also reinforce why early education and prevention are so important.

At Kenward Trust, this is exactly why we developed our Think Differently Junior programme. The programme works with primary school pupils across Kent, helping children understand the risks around drugs and giving them the knowledge and confidence to make safer choices before they are exposed to these pressures.

Drug use is changing, substances are becoming more accessible, and young people are encountering these issues earlier than many of us realise.

Education, open conversations and early intervention are essential if we want to help young people make informed decisions and protect their future health and wellbeing.

Watch the report here.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/m002sk3f/south-east-today-late-news-11032026

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