Lighthouse Charity Reports Record Demand in 2019, Plans 2020 Challenges
The Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity, a UK-based organisation, has reported a significant increase in demand for its health insurance services in 2019. With 2616 construction families requiring support, the charity provided £703,641 in aid. Additionally, the charity invested in innovative technology and is planning physical challenges for 2020.
In 2019, the charity invested over £21,000 in developing the Construction Industry Helpline App, which offers real-time, site-specific information. This commitment to innovation follows a year in which the charity provided £1.13M in charitable services to support the mental health of the construction industry.
To raise funds and awareness, the charity is launching two physical challenges in 2020. The first is a 210-mile bike ride from Leitrim to Killarney in Ireland. The second is a 48-hour Four Peaks Challenge, starting in Scotland and ending in Ireland. These events aim to engage the construction community while promoting the charity's mission.
The charity offers a range of mental health training, including 'lunch and learn' sessions and MHFA England two-day training courses. These are provided with discounts for Company Supporters. The charity has also introduced professional caseworkers to enhance the quality of its helpline services.
In 2019, the charity's Education and Training programme spent £411,962. This included training 300 Mental Health First Aid Instructors, who have gone on to train over 3000 Mental Health First Aiders. The charity's helpline cards have been distributed to almost 600,000 workers, and the app has been downloaded over 20,000 times.
The Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity's commitment to supporting the construction industry is evident in its increased services, innovative technology, and planned challenges. With a focus on mental health training and professional caseworkers, the charity aims to provide high-quality support to those in need. The charity's impact is significant, with thousands of workers benefiting from its services.
