More Legal Support Needed And Applause Of Thanks
Joanne Harris 22nd September 2018
More legal support is needed. One of our clients has to go to court with no legal representation in regard to access to see his children.
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Suicidal Thoughts And Zombie Fun Run Fundraiser
Joanne Harris 15th September 2018
This person’s anxiety is increasing as they are on the verge of losing their accommodation. There is sadly no contract and the landlord is wanting them to move out.
We Have An Appeal For Used Mobile Phones
Mark Lewis 8th September 2018
Appeal! Please can you help by donating any of your used mobile phones to help the homeless and less fortunate in our community.
Substantial Beating And Kind Gestures Plus Pot Noodle Appeal
Joanne Harris 8th September 2018
We cannot solve all his problems, but tonight he had food, clean clothes, a new tent, rucksack, sleeping bag, roll mat, clean clothes, a new SIM, a flask of coffee, breakfast and safety.
Support, Belief And Wayfaring
Joanne Harris 2nd September 2018
Lots of people relapse and their everyday lives are a continual battle. Highs and lows are extreme but we do our best to support them through their troubles as much as we can. Believing in someone and telling them that you believe in them makes a huge impact on people.
Massive Success As Volunteers Salvage Reading Festival Tents
Mark Lewis 29th August 2018
The volunteers said that they found it satisfying and enjoyable despite the mess and occasional unpleasant discovery. Some have already offered to help again next year.
We Say Goodbye To Abi And Notice A Change In Soup Kitchen Dynamics
Joanne Harris 25th August 2018
Abi originally volunteered for one session, planning to study politics after university. However, she has changed her career path and is moving to London to work with vulnerable people as a housing officer.
Reading Festival Tent Salvage Volunteers Needed To Help Rough Sleepers
Mark Lewis 21st August 2018
Thousands of perfectly good tents, sleeping bags, roll mats and other reusable items are left on festival sites. The vast majority end up either in landfill or incinerator.
We Find That Support For Newbury Homeless Clients Is A Complex Issue
Joanne Harris 16th August 2018
Reducing homelessness is not however just about putting a roof over someone’s head. People need support for the reason why they have become homeless. Alcohol abuse is a problem.
Turkey Pie With Leeks And A Thank You For The Water Barrel Donation
Joanne Harris 9th August 2018
For over 3 hours, a huge 18kg of donated apples were peeled and chopped this week. As a result, tonight we enjoyed turkey pie with leeks and mushrooms with a mashed topping, garlic bread and apple crumble and custard.
A Difficult And Challenging Evening On More Than One Level
Meryl Praill 4th August 2018
People with drug and alcohol addictions or past addictions live in a very chaotic lifestyle. Their best friends usually share the same habits.
Desperate Summer Appeal As We Have Run Out Of Tents
Mark Lewis 31st July 2018
Sunscreen, mosquito repellant, after sun and high SPF lip balm are constant necessities this time of year. That said, we are also in desperate need of head torches, bike locks and rucksacks.