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We believe that life is for living and will be increasing support on offer to homeless people above the age of 55 with an innovative programme of Groups & Activities. These will focus on building up people's social networks and facilitating access to meaningful occupation in the local community

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Situation

Last year, 589 homeless people over the age of 55 accessed our services. They are some of the most disadvantaged in our society. A significant proportion have suffered childhood abuse, struggle with poor physical and mental health, have been in institutions and are long-term unemployed. Whilst many projects cater for younger homeless people, older homeless people are often overlooked and socially excluded with little access to meaningful occupation and almost all spend their day entirely alone.

Solution

Our project will engage marginalised homeless people over 55 by encouraging them to access our Groups & Activities, like the weekly 'Rough Sleepers Support Group'. This group aims to provide a safe and welcoming space for those who have been on the streets the longest and are most resistant to changing their situations. It fosters an inclusive social environment so entrenched homeless people can engage with us and the local community enabling them to live happier and more fulfilled lives.

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