A national disability charity is set to open a new shop on the Aberystwyth high street this autumn.
Sense will open the new shop in the former M&Co premises on Great Darkgate Street, Aberystwyth.
The shop is one of several new Sense shops to open in Wales as part of a national campaign with the property developer, Rob Lloyd, and his company Bearmont Capital.
All proceeds will go towards supporting people with complex disabilities, including those who are deafblind.
Head of retail at Sense, Darryl Neville said: “We are excited to open a new Sense shop in Aberystwyth and look forward to welcoming the local community and a fantastic team of volunteers to the store.
“It’s been brilliant to work with Rob Lloyd and Bearmont Capital in Wales and we’re delighted to be launching this new store in Aberystwyth.
“The shop will offer a wide range of donated goods with all sales going towards Sense’s support for people with complex disabilities, including those who are deafblind.
“We’ll be calling on the local community to support the shop through volunteering and donations, and we can’t wait to open our doors for business.”
Aberystwyth county councillor Ceredig Davies said: “With a number of multinationals pulling out of the town it is a positive sign that a company, such as Bearmont, sees potential in the town and is willing to invest.
“All shops on Great Darkgate Street are at present benefitting from the Welsh Government initiative of not having to pay business rates for this financial year.
“Having said that, empty properties, such as Burton and Edinburgh Woollen Mill, will have to pay their business rates this year.”
Sense helps everyone living with complex disabilities to communicate and experience the world.
A spokesperson said: “We believe that no one, no matter how complex their disabilities, should be isolated, left out, or unable to fulfil their potential.
“Our experts offer personalised support through our centres, holidays and short breaks, or in people’s own homes. We are here for everyone who needs us, for as long as they need us - providing early intervention for children, helping young people access education, and supporting the transition into adulthood and beyond.
“In addition to practical support, we also offer information to families, and campaign for the rights of people with complex disabilities to take part in life.”