Timebanking

Timebanking allows individuals and organisations to share and exchange their time, skills and resources. A time bank uses time as currency: every hour of time is equal. An hour given providing a service for someone in the community is credited and can then be spent getting help in return. We see timebanking as an adaptable tool which can help to create an effective, co-produced service which treats clients and staff as assets. We also believe that timebanking is a great way of developing networks, sharing resources and building trust within the community.

Timebanking allows us all to play a part in improving the well-being of each-other and of the community. There are 55 time banks in London - all of whom are members of Timebanking UK, the charity which supports and develops timebanking in the UK. One of these time banks is hosted by HCCT (Holy Cross Centre Trust) which thrives through partnership working and is one of the most successful time banks in London. To learn more about timebanking, visit www.timebanking.org or call Sarah Bird who is the London timebanking network co-ordinator on 01453 750952 or email sarahb@timebanks.co.uk
Timebanking UK run regular 'introduction to timebanking' sessions in London where everyone is welcome to come and learn more about the concept.