More than 90,000 individuals and 100 voluntary organizations have utilized The Meeting Place since 2019, the government said Thursday. The primary goal of the facility is to serve as a recreational space for individuals, children, and groups, while its infrastructure provides specialised services tailored to community needs.
The most frequently requested services include Supervised Access Visits, skills training sessions, and psychosocial therapy. Many non-governmental organizations also use the premises for meetings to develop structured plans aimed at assisting vulnerable groups in society.
The venue hosts a wide variety of training and skill-building sessions, covering topics ranging from fostering and child adoption to recreational activities for persons with disabilities and individuals struggling with loneliness.
These figures were presented during a press conference given by the Minister for Social Policy and the Family, Michael Falzon, along with several individuals who currently benefit from the services offered at The Meeting Place.
During the conference, beneficiaries shared personal testimonials, describing the center as a positive turning point in their lives and expressing how eagerly they look forward to their scheduled meetings and group sessions.
Minister Falzon stated that making a difference in someone's life is priceless, adding that losing empathy and compassion means losing everything. He noted that hearing these real-life accounts brings great satisfaction and reinforces the commitment to driving meaningful change in the social sector.
The manager of The Meeting Place, Saviour Grima, explained that the centre operates 24 hours a day to fulfil educational, social, and mental health needs. He highlighted that the centre has succeeded in building a family composed of diverse experiences, all united by the common goal of feeling well despite personal challenges, noting that seeing individuals smile and actively participate in physical and social activities means a great deal to the team.