The Phoenix Trust (Milton) Ltd, which we abbreviate to just Phoenix, is a vibrant charity, founded in 2006 and situated on the outskirts of Cambridge, in Milton. Although we are small, we pride ourselves on making a big difference to the lives of people with learning disabilities or complex needs, through the provision of a meaningful experience of work and the development of social and life skills. We are both a charity and a social enterprise, making a wide variety of products on site to sell to the public. Phoenix trainees have the opportunity to work in three departments: Factory - producing concrete slabs and garden ornaments. Woodshed – making a variety of items ranging from picnic tables and garden benches, arbors and mud kitchens, to bird boxes, planters, trellises in all shapes and sizes and bespoke items made to order. Kitchen - providing a daily two-course lunch for trainees, volunteers and staff. Our mission is to work towards a society where the contribution of everyone is respected and valued and our supported placements greatly improve the confidence, quality of life and self- fulfilment of our trainees, whilst showing the general public and wider community what can be achieved within an inclusive culture and empowering environment. Please support our work by: - Buying our products - Telling your family and friends about us - Volunteering your time or resources - Making a donation, no matter how small Better still, why not come pay us a visit - a warm welcome awaits!
