Westgate House Care Home in Forest Gate is proud to announce the presentation of a £1,000 donation to East Hands charity on behalf of Barchester’s Charitable Foundation, the money will help to support East Hands’ invaluable work within local communities and beyond.
East Hands is dedicated to supporting people across under-served London boroughs, including Tower Hamlets, Newham and Hackney, providing practical assistance to those facing hardship. The charity offers a range of essential services, including food parcels, hot meals and community support, with a particular focus on older people and individuals experiencing financial difficulties.
In addition to its local initiatives, East Hands delivers workshops promoting physical and mental wellbeing, the charity organises sports and community activities to help reduce social isolation, and supports humanitarian projects that provide access to safe drinking water, medical care, education and other essential resources.
The grant has been awarded by Barchester’s Charitable Foundation, a charity that helps older people and adults with a disability or mental health conditions across England, Scotland and Wales by offering grants to help people connect or re-connect with others in their local community.

The care home welcomed Nobab Uddin (Chair & Trustee) and Bablul Hoque (Trustee) to a small gathering in the home’s cafe to receive the cheque and celebrate being awarded the grant.

Nobab Uddin, Founder and Chairman said: “We are incredibly grateful to Westgate House for their generous donation. This money will allow us to give support to even more people that need our help, through food support, wellbeing activities and community projects. This donation will enable us to expand our services and continue making a positive difference to the lives of those who need our support most.”
Lavina Istrate, General Manager at Westgate House Care Home, commented: “We are always keen to support local charities that make a real difference within our community. We were particularly pleased to support East Hands Charity because we have seen first-hand the incredible work they do to help and inspire so many people.
“Working in a care home, we understand just how important meaningful activities and social connections are for people’s mental health and wellbeing. We hope this donation will help East Hands continue their fantastic work, reach even more people in need by expanding the activities and support they provide to continue their valuable work.”