CODES:
mh: Mental health
ah: Accommodation/housing advice
ad: Advocacy
a: Alcohol workers
ac: Art classes
b: Barber
ba: Benefits advice
bs: Bathroom/showers
be: Bedding
ca: Careers advice
cl: Clothing store
c: Counselling
da: Debt advice
dt: Dentist
dw: Drugs workers
et: Education/training
ff: Food (free)
f: Food
fc: Foot care
it: Internet access
lf: Leisure facilities
ls: Luggage storage
ms: Medical/health
md: Music/drama
ne: Needle exchange
ol: Outreach worker links
ow: Outreach workers
sh: Sexual health
ts: Tenancy support
la: Legal advice
l: Laundry
ef: Ex-forces
eo: Ex-offenders
sf: Step-free
999 Club (Deptford Centre)
21 Deptford Broadway
SE8 4PA
020 8694 5797, http://bit.ly/2gObZ4B
Monday-Friday: 9am-12pm
serving food and providing access to a shower.;
Tuesday: 9am-12pm
(mental health professionals);
Wednesday: 9am-12pm
(GP & signposting);
Thursday: 9am-12pm
(nurse practitioner);
Monday-Friday: 1pm-4pm
serving food and providing access to a shower.;
Warm and welcoming environment to anyone who is homeless.
Day centre every weekday from 9am-12pm and 1pm-4pm serving food and providing access to a shower.
Learn new skills, find work and housing and reconnect to family and friends. Open-access sessions where people can access specialist advice on housing and benefits. Learning and activities programme and specialist healthcare services.
CODES: MH, AH, AD, A, AC, B, BA, BS, CA, ET, FC, IT, L, MS, TS, LA, EO, F
Assisted Homes CIC
453 High Road, Wood Green
N22 8JD
0208 889 1119, https://bit.ly/2Oet7xF
Monday-Friday: 9am-5pm;
Assisted Homes recognizes that people suffering from homelessness often need more than just a roof over their heads. The floating support provides a platform for the service users to make the transition to independent living as smoothly as possible.
CODES: AH, BA, DA, TS, SF
Be Enriched
URC Rookstone Road
SW17 9NQ
07397288160, http://bit.ly/1MtkjRr
Monday: 12:30pm-2:30pm
Crossways Church, 18 Hampton St, SE1 6SN;
Tuesday: 7pm-9pm
London Cooking Project, 1 Ethelburga St, SW11 4AG;
Friday: 12:30pm-2:30pm
URC, Rookstone Rd, SW17 9NQ;
Connecting people through community activities and cultivating respect over a bite. Free or pay-as-you-can community meals three days a week in S London. Volunteering or training opportunities through cooking lessons.
CODES: FF, F
Brent Recovery Day Programme
Willesden Centre for Health, Harlesden Road
NW10 3RY
0300 303 4611 (free), http://bit.ly/31zZKNc
Monday-Saturday: 9:30am-5pm;
The Programme provides recovery treatment for people (18+) with addiction problems in Brent to help them get back to a clean and sober life, free from addiction. It runs 6 days a week for 12 weeks, and the team includes substance misuse workers, doctors, nurses and psychologists, as well as volunteers and peer mentors. 24/7 Helpline: 0800 107 1754. Get your support worker to complete the referral form (info.brent@wdp.org.uk). Women-only groups available.
CODES: NE, DW, A, SH, C, CA, ET
Catalyst Night Shelter (Ahava Community)
01708 755 321, https://bit.ly/2rl3Nfu
Monday-Sunday: 6pm-8:15am;
Year-round night shelter for 20 people, 18+. Self- and agency referrals, inc prison and probation services. No drugs, alcohol.
CODES: F, AH
Clean Break
2 Patshull Road
NW5 2LB
020 7482 8600, http://bit.ly/6kVZI
Monday: 11am-1pm
(health and wellbeing);
Inspirational theatre company working with women whose lives have been affected by the criminal justice system. Free courses in acting, writing, singing and recording. The Women's Space will be for women offenders and women at risk of offending due to drug or alcohol use or mental health needs.
CODES: MH, A, DW, ET, MD, C, MS
Clean Slate Training & Employment
Elmfield House, 5 Stockwell Mews, Stockwell Road
SW9 9GX
020 3540 7420, https://bit.ly/2OUZAKa
Monday & Friday: 10am-1pm
(drop-in advisory service);
Clean Slate helps unemployed people facing barriers to work. Clean Slate works with long-term unemployed people, ex-offenders, those with histories of substance abuse, and people with learning and physical disabilities.
CODES: CA, ET
Cracked It
Unit 1, 57 Dalston Lane
E8 2NG
Trains and employs at-risk young people to repair smashed smartphones as a positive route towards employment. Runs programmes all year round, with courses being confirmed throughout the year. Get in touch for more details about courses in your area.
CODES: ET, EO
Emmaus Greenwich
226 Elmley Street
SE18 7NN
020 8854 3426, http://bit.ly/2NhwW96
Monday-Friday: 10am-6pm;
Accommodation for people aged 20-60 with low support needs who are willing to work at least 40 hours a week as volunteers in Emmaus's recycling project. Can accept ex-offenders. Priority to those with a local connection to Greenwich.
CODES: CA, ET
Emmaus South Lambeth Community
9a Knights Hill, West Norwood
SE27 0DB
0300 123 2001, http://bit.ly/2RGLde1
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday: 9:30am-5pm;
Thursday: 10am-5pm;
Accommodation for people aged 18+ with low support needs who are willing to work full time as volunteers in Emmaus's recycling project. Can accept ex-offenders. No local connection required but must be eligible for Housing Benefit.
CODES: AD, CA, ET
Enfield and Haringey Homeless Respite, All People All Places
N8 & EN2
December to April
Monday-Sunday: 7:30pm-8am;
Daytime casework (housing, benefits, health) and advocacy all year. From December to March, there is overnight respite offering evening meal, bed and breakfast, but it is recommended that you apply for a place before December to get on the list/waiting list: info@allpeopleallplaces.org. Email contact 7 days per week. Response often immediate, always same day and within 24 hours. Day centre operates 4 or 5 days per week. All enquiries by email: info@allpeopleallplaces.org.
CODES: AD, A, AH, BS, BE, BA, DA, L, MD, TS
Equalities National Council
Unit 1, The Hub, 123 Star Lane
E16 4PZ
0207 474 9812, http://bit.ly/2wtZjVu
Monday-Friday: 10am-4pm;
Equalities National Council primarily focuses on delivering expert advocacy and mentoring support for BME disabled people and their carers; and people suffering with long term impairments. Supports people with mental health difficulties, including ex-offenders, to access fair and equal services, across health, social care, employment, further education, mentoring, advocacy, welfare benefits, housing and immigration.
CODES: MH, AD, BA, ET, MS
Haringey Recovery Service
590 Seven Sisters Road
N15 6HR
020 8801 3999, http://bit.ly/2ZXG9oB
Monday-Friday: 9:30am-5pm;
Works with individuals in recovery from drug & alcohol misuse. Holistic approach, with continued support, equipping people with the skill for self-development.
CODES: AD, A, AC, BA, CA, C, DA, DW, ET, IT, LF, MD, OL, OW, SH, TS, LA, EO, SF
National Prisoners’ Families Helpline
15-17 The Broadway, Hatfield, Hertfordshire
AL9 5HZ
0808 808 2003, http://bit.ly/2leuvGn
Monday-Friday: 9am-8pm
(not Bank Holidays);
Saturday & Sunday: 10am-3pm;
Advice, info & support if a family member is in the criminal justice system in England and Wales.
CODES: LA
The Nehemiah Project
47 Tooting Bec Gardens, Streatham
SW16 1RF
020 8773 7417, http://bit.ly/cXgwxb
Monday-Friday: 9am-5pm;
Nehemiah runs a residential recovery programme for men with a history of addiction; it is abstinence-based and the three-month therapeutic course is compulsory. Enquiries 020 8773 7417, option 1, or email referrals@tnp.org.uk
CODES: AH, A, C, DW, ET, EO
Treasures Foundation
07950 585 947, http://bit.ly/2ymbru9
Open 24-7
Monday-Sunday: 7am-7am;
Treasures Foundation helps female ex-offenders and former addicts with a home and support. By referral only – please contact your key worker.
"We provide housing each day, every day".
Open 24-7
email: mandy@treasuresfoundation.org
CODES: MH, AH, F
Trinity Homeless Projects (Uxbridge)
Redford House, Redford Way, Uxbridge
TW3 1YW
020 8797 9500, http://bit.ly/2YiDFRh
Monday-Saturday: 9am-5pm
(Uxbridge office hours - 01895 256655);
Monday-Saturday: 9am-5pm
(Hayes office hours, 3-7 Willow Tree Lane, UB4 9BB);
Accommodation and support for single homeless men 16-55 with support needs. 25 per cent of bedspaces are for ex-offenders. Prefer applicants to have a local connection.
CODES: AH, AD, BA, DA
Turn a Corner Community Library (Quaker Social Action)
17 Old Ford Road, Bethnal Green
E2 9PJ
020 8983 5030, https://quakersocialaction.org.uk/we-can-help/homelessness-housing/turn-corner/how-turn-corner
Community Library
Tuesday: 10:30am-12:30pm
The American Church;
Community Library
Wednesday: 5:30pm-8:30pm
Lincolns Inn field;
Community Library
Saturday: 9:30am-12:30pm
St Giles in the field;
Turn a Corner is a mobile community library for people affected by homelessness in London.
We provide books to everyone for free (no need to return) as well as reading glasses. Seasonal handouts of essential items also available.
CODES: MD, LF, ET
Working Chance
Claremont Building, 24-27 White Lion Street
N1 9PD
Monday-Friday: 9am-6pm;
If you are in England or Wales please fill out a referral form online here: workingchance.org/get-support
Supports women with criminal convictions and those leaving the care system into sustainable, quality employment. They place candidates into a huge variety of jobs in hospitality, finance and media, as well as the public and third sectors. They also provide support around CV writing, interview practice and disclosing convictions to potential employers.
CODES: AH, AD, BA, C, DA, ET, TS
YMCA Walthamstow
642 Forest Road
E17 3EF
020 8509 4600, https://bit.ly/2ODKp7R
Monday-Sunday: 9am-9am
(reception service);
Monday-Sunday: 8:30am-8pm
(support service);
Accommodation for single homeless people aged 18-30 with low to medium support needs. Hostels, shared housing and 1-bedroom semi-independent flats. Priority to people with local connection. Specialist refugee, probation and 16/17 projects. Call in, phone or write (applications@forestymca.org.uk).
Forward Trust
020 3981 5525, https://www.forwardtrust.org.uk/
Empowers people to break the cycle of crime and addiction. Services are tailored to individuals' needs, strengths and motivations. Harm reduction, care and assessment, plus motivation, inspiration and support to transform your life.
CODES: A, C, DW
Nacro
020 7840 1212, http://bit.ly/y8z63
Tackles social exclusion and re-integrates offenders. Go to their online Resettlement Service Finder for info on housing, employment, substance misuse etc. Info and advice for ex-offenders, their families and people working with them: 020 7840 1212; helpline@nacro.org.uk.
CODES: AH, AD, C, DW, ET, LA, LF
Apex Scotland
9 Great Stuart Street, Edinburgh
EH3 7TP
0131 220 0130, http://bit.ly/1mePovA
For offenders, ex-offenders and young people at risk of offending, many of whom may also be homeless. Their services will help clients to, for instance, move onto employment, training or further education. To find your local office, please click the link to visit the website. Head office is not step-free, but some local officers are - ring to check.
CODES: AH, BA, CA, ET, IT
Right There (formerly YPeople)
15 Dava Street, Govan, Glasgow
G51 2JA
0141 565 1200
Monday-Friday: 9am-5pm;
Right There walks alongside those who need support, to prevent them becoming homeless or separated from their loved ones.
Rooted in the hearts of local communities across Scotland, our services help to:
- Prevent homelessness through supportive and safe places to call home;
- Help people become more independent with community-based support;
- Improve people’s mental health and wellbeing through mentoring and counselling.
CODES: MH, C, SF, EO, EF, AC, AH
SACRO Supported Accommodation Service
25 Nicolson Square, Edinburgh
EH8 9BX
0131 622 7500, http://bit.ly/dmaMy
Accommodation for ex-offenders (16+) with support needs. Priority given to people with a connection to Edinburgh, Lothian & Borders. Phone or drop in for application form.
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