Help REBUILD fire devastated Ankh Wellbeing Centre!

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This page has been set up with the permission of Sister Ivie. All donations are gratefully received and will go directly to her.

LOCAL NEWS COVERAGE

"On Friday December 13, eight fire engines and around 60 firefighters tackled a fire at a shop with flats above on Willesden High Road.

Most of the ground floor and part of the void between the ground and first floor were damaged by fire. Firefighters rescued two people from the third floor using a short extension ladder. Three further people left the property before the Brigade arrived. They were all taken to hospital by London Ambulance Service crews."

Thankfully no lives were lost and nobody was injured.

My appeal to the community

The Ankh Wellbeing Centre has been part of the African Caribbean community for the last 33 years.

Established by the family in the mid 90s, the business started off in Shepherds Bush Market before heading over to Adelaide Road, W12 where they spent a further 17 years.

The Ankh Wellbeing Centre moved to Willesden High road, NW10 in 2020 where they worked tirelessly throughout the pandemic, assisting the communities most vulnerable.

Focusing on health and wellbeing, The Ankh Wellbeing Centre is a hub for holistic health and natural remedies. Customers often require health support and guidance or sometimes a simple chat, whilst also giving opportunities to other small businesses. The centre was a hosting ground for events and talks and has been the lifeblood of Sister Ivie who has dedicated her life to serving the community with her family and close friends.

This page has been set up so that we (the community that has benefitted from the existence of the Ankh Centre) can actively help to support Sister Ivie and the centre in their time of need. Whilst building insurance will bring the shop and flats above back to a habitable condition - the contents and fixtures aren't included.

Transparency is key, and how the funds will be used is set out below:

(please note that this is still an ongoing situation so the support required may increase as the overall picture becomes clearer)

Immediate term

Short Term

Long Term

Thanks to everyone that has shown love and support to Sister Ivie. Please continue to hold her in your thoughts.