How we operate
Referrals
Situations of need are referred to Besom by local social care and support agencies. The Besom in Taunton accepts referrals from professional agencies and charity organisations; anyone in need of help should contact their support agency which may include Citizens Advice Bureau, Village or Community Agents. If you belong to a professional agency or charity and wish to make a referral to Besom, please contact us.
Time-givers
Time-givers help with the many areas where Besom provides support, including collecting and delivering furniture and household items, cleaning and restoring those items and working on gardening and decorating projects. If you would like to give your time please contact us.
Core Team
The Core Team is responsible for running the day-to-day activities of The Besom in Taunton. The team comprises representatives from churches that support Besom and meets on a monthly basis to pray together and to keep up to date with activities and referrals.
Trustees
The Trustees are responsible for ensuring that:-
• The Besom in Taunton operates according to the requirements of the Charity Commission and Companies House.
• all legal requirements are met.
No time-giver, Core Team member or Trustee receives any remuneration; all time is freely given.
History of The Besom in Taunton
The Besom in Taunton was formed in 2005 by Nesta Long. Nesta remained the leader of the organisation until her death in 2016.
Nesta was struck by the number of needy people in the Taunton area and as a Christian felt challenged to put her faith into action by making a positive impact on their lives.
The Besom in Taunton is part of a network of local Besom organisations across the UK. The history of how Besom was set up to become a national organisation can be found at www.besom.com.