BritSom
Let's work together and create the life you love
Together, we empower individuals, strengthen communities, and create opportunities for everyone, with a special commitment to supporting the BAME and Somali communities in Barnet.
Our services
Advice & Information on:
welfare benefits, housing, health, education, employment, or immigration problems.
Women Support Service
To support isolated Somali/BME women that face multiple issues.
Children & Young People
Weekly sessions for 50 young people each year.
SEN Support Service
One-to-one advice, Advice on special schools, Annual reviews, Transport, EHCP, DLA forms, Accompanying parents to schools, workshops and activities.
Health activities
We offer range of activities including access to leisure activities, physical health problems, isolation etc. Weekly activities on offer include walking, swimming sessions, tea and talk sessions, cycling, discussion forums and group meetings.
Family support service
Family Support Programme works with families and we take referrals from social services and other agencies.
Supplementary education
Weekly supplementary education lessons for 75 children and young people aged 5-16.
Employment & Training Support
Employment programme offers a customer focused service that treats people as individuals and offers a personalised approach to meet each individual’s needs.
Testimonials
"I was having trouble paying my bills and was confused by the benefit forms. I applied for emergency assistance and Universal Credit with BritSom advisor's help. I'm not sure what I would have done without his support. I was seen on the same day thanks to the additional drop-in days.”
— Ms F.
When my landlord issued me with an eviction notice, I was terrified of becoming homeless with my children. BritSom helped me negotiate a payment plan and supported me with the paperwork. Because of their advice service, we were able to stay in our home. I don’t know what I would have done without them.”
— Ms S.
"BritSom has truly changed my life. I used to feel anxious about job applications and lacked confidence. The personalised mentoring and job search sessions were helpful in helping me improve my CV and interview techniques. Now, I have a full-time job and feel much more hopeful about my future. The support didn’t end once I secured a job they continued to check in regularly to ensure I was adjusting well. I am incredibly thankful for the assistance I received."
— Mr H.