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Bethany’s Welcome Centre is 24hour walk-in emergency accommodation for those who would otherwise be forced to sleep outside this winter. We aim to support over 1,000 homeless individuals with food, shelter, and individualised support to help guests move on into more permanent accommodation.

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  • Homeless/Refuge Homeless/​Refuge
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    • General Public/Humankind General Public/​Humankind

    Situation

    Every night, many people sleep rough on the streets of Edinburgh. How do you find a way forward when your days and nights are spent trying to stay alive? By supporting Buy a Bed you’ll give individuals facing homelessness space to recover and assess their situations. You’ll also provide tailored support to address addictions or mental health issues and find permanent accommodation. Most importantly, you’ll provide hope and a positive future for people who are on the streets right now.

    Solution

    Bethany’s Welcome Centre will provide; • A warm & safe place to sleep • Safety from the elements and street violence • A private room with ensuite facilities • 24 hour care & support from professional staff • Three meals a day inc. a freshly prepared, hot two course meal in the evening • A range of professional onsite support services, such as dental nurses, mental health practitioners & doctors • Tailored support to help individuals to move rapidly out of the crisis of homelessness

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    Categories

  • Homeless/Refuge Homeless/​Refuge
  • Beneficiaries

    • General Public/Humankind General Public/​Humankind