The organization operates primarily in central Athens with a focus on basic human rights and dignity. Key programs include streetwork, outreach, the “Sto 6” social dining center, and the “Fayi” Food Aid Network, a free market providing families with food and hygiene products of their choice. The organization is operated by volunteers and receives no state or municipal funding. In 2021, Steps won the European Economic and Social Committee Civil Solidarity Prize Award for its innovative COVID-19 response through the “Many Stops” mobile outreach program.
Psychosocial Support for Vulnerable Seniors
The grant regards the support of the “Sto 6” social dining center, which provides daily meals and other services to vulnerable and homeless persons. Currently, the “Sto 6” program offers daily meals, first aid (partnership with Medical Solidarity International), gynecological counseling (partnership with Whom International), laundry facilities, professional haircuts, and a recreation area. Perhaps, most vitally, the program provides opportunities for social connection through the dining and recreation area. TIMA’s grant specifically, will enable the addition of dedicated psychosocial support for 200-230 elderly individuals addressing significant mental health needs through regular counseling. The “Sto 6” program serves a critical community anchor especially for elderly individuals who face severe isolation, have limited mobility, and lack family support networks.
The organization operates primarily in central Athens with a focus on basic human rights and dignity. Key programs include streetwork, outreach, the “Sto 6” social dining center, and the “Fayi” Food Aid Network, a free market providing families with food and hygiene products of their choice. The organization is operated by volunteers and receives no state or municipal funding. In 2021, Steps won the European Economic and Social Committee Civil Solidarity Prize Award for its innovative COVID-19 response through the “Many Stops” mobile outreach program.
Psychosocial Support for Vulnerable Seniors
The grant regards the support of the “Sto 6” social dining center, which provides daily meals and other services to vulnerable and homeless persons. Currently, the “Sto 6” program offers daily meals, first aid (partnership with Medical Solidarity International), gynecological counseling (partnership with Whom International), laundry facilities, professional haircuts, and a recreation area. Perhaps, most vitally, the program provides opportunities for social connection through the dining and recreation area. TIMA’s grant specifically, will enable the addition of dedicated psychosocial support for 200-230 elderly individuals addressing significant mental health needs through regular counseling. The “Sto 6” program serves a critical community anchor especially for elderly individuals who face severe isolation, have limited mobility, and lack family support networks.
