A Directory Of Support Services For Almoners And For Members Wanting Anonymity
Building on our mission statement: The Metropolitan Grand Almoner and his team are delighted to bring to all members the Wellman Connected Programme.
Over many years the Metropolitan Almoner team have demonstrated ingenuity in identifying the agencies which can support our members in times of distress. However, despite our best efforts not all members are aware of the support available or how they can easily access them. Our guiding principle is to connect the Mason back to his health, his wellbeing and his Masonic community by enhanced signposting to services available.
The Almoners team have built up a vast database of knowledge and going forward this will be vested in the Wellman team, who will constantly scan the horizon for new opportunities to support our members, with the program developing over time. In particular to help support more complex situations.
We are committed to enhancing our communications through the Almoner channel, reinforced by direct communication to members. The Tea Room will not only be a drop in but be elevated to become our Masonic community hub.
The main areas of support are outlined in our Wellman Connected booklet and more detail can be accessed by downloading the pdf file below.
The main areas of support are outlined below.
MENTAL WELLBEING
The impacts of mental wellbeing have drawn more focus since the pandemic, and the resources available via the Masonic Charitable Foundation website are vast and comprehensive. Mental Wellbeing by its very nature can at times prevent those from being able to access the support that is available. This may be related to the stigma associated with mental wellbeing and a lack of confidence in being able to approach a brother to talk to them about the topic.
PHYSICAL WELLBEING
Life is full of unexpected twists and turns, and sometimes we find ourselves facing challenges we could never have anticipated. We don’t have to go through these difficult times alone.
NON-DENOMINATIONAL SUPPORT FROM THE CHAPLAINS
Unlike unit chaplains whose role is purely to deliver parts of the ritual, the Metropolitan Grand Lodge team of chaplains are mainly authorised ministers, both ordained and lay, in their faith communities. This team has direct links into their own faith support groups and services.
BEREAVEMENT COUNSELLING
This is a valuable service for those suffering the loss of a loved one.
CARING
Our objective is to signpostyou to information and advice on caring.
FINANCIAL HARDSHIP
Our objective is to signpost you to information and advice on finance.
ZOOM TEA ROOM
The Wellman-Connected program will seek to enhance the role of the Tea Room and although its’s early days, new concepts are already being developed.
Above all else remember as a Freemason, you are not alone, it is important to discuss your problem, financial or otherwise with the Almoner or one of the Metropolitan Grand Almoner’s Team. We are here to help and in an emergency call 07792 925071.
Click here to download the Wellman Connected brochure.
W.Bro Darrel Palmer PAGSwdB, PGStdB
Metropolitan Grand Almoner
Building on our mission statement: The Metropolitan Grand Almoner and his team are delighted to bring to all members the Wellman Connected Programme.Over many years the Metropolitan Almoner team have demonstrated ingenuity in identifying the agencies which can support our members in times of distress. However, despite our best efforts not all members are aware of the support available or how they can easily access them. Our guiding principle is to connect the Mason back to his health, his wellbeing and his Masonic community by enhanced signposting to services available.
The Almoners team have built up a vast database of knowledge and going forward this will be vested in the Wellman team, who will constantly scan the horizon for new opportunities to support our members, with the program developing over time. In particular to help support more complex situations.
We are committed to enhancing our communications through the Almoner channel, reinforced by direct communication to members. The Tea Room will not only be a drop in but be elevated to become our Masonic community hub.
The main areas of support are outlined in our Wellman Connected booklet and more detail can be accessed by downloading the pdf file below.
The main areas of support are outlined below.
MENTAL WELLBEING
The impacts of mental wellbeing have drawn more focus since the pandemic, and the resources available via the Masonic Charitable Foundation website are vast and comprehensive. Mental Wellbeing by its very nature can at times prevent those from being able to access the support that is available. This may be related to the stigma associated with mental wellbeing and a lack of confidence in being able to approach a brother to talk to them about the topic.
PHYSICAL WELLBEING
Life is full of unexpected twists and turns, and sometimes we find ourselves facing challenges we could never have anticipated. We don’t have to go through these difficult times alone.
NON-DENOMINATIONAL SUPPORT FROM THE CHAPLAINS
Unlike unit chaplains whose role is purely to deliver parts of the ritual, the Metropolitan Grand Lodge team of chaplains are mainly authorised ministers, both ordained and lay, in their faith communities. This team has direct links into their own faith support groups and services.
BEREAVEMENT COUNSELLING
This is a valuable service for those suffering the loss of a loved one.
CARING
Our objective is to signpostyou to information and advice on caring.
FINANCIAL HARDSHIP
Our objective is to signpost you to information and advice on finance.
ZOOM TEA ROOM
The Wellman-Connected program will seek to enhance the role of the Tea Room and although its’s early days, new concepts are already being developed.
Above all else remember as a Freemason, you are not alone, it is important to discuss your problem, financial or otherwise with the Almoner or one of the Metropolitan Grand Almoner’s Team. We are here to help and in an emergency call 07792 925071.
Click here to download the Wellman Connected brochure.
W.Bro Darrel Palmer PAGSwdB, PGStdB
Metropolitan Grand Almoner
