Work, learning, health and skills
Everybody deserves the chance to make a positive contribution
If you are homeless, at risk of losing your home, or you are struggling with your mental health or the pressures in your life, we’re here for you. You may be looking to move forward in life or just to feel part of things in your community. We can help you to learn something new, develop your skills or get a job.
Worried about someone? Call our free helpline on 0800 567 7699 or tell us online.
Need to get help for yourself today? Call our free helpline on 0800 567 7699, we're open 24/7.
Like to know more? Email us here, you can ask for a callback.
We can support you with:
- Learning new skills, training and volunteering, gaining qualifications
- Finding and holding down a job
- Job applications and going to job interviews
- Building confidence
- Regaining your independence.
What are my choices for accessing support?
We support in a range of ways including: by phone, video call, in-person and through virtual community groups.
Porchlight's helpline is a gateway to other support with housing, mental health and wellbeing, employment and isolation.
Our staff also work with women who are homelessness, or whose homes are at risk, and facing pressures such as difficult relationships, domestic abuse or violence.
Find out more about how we supportHave you tried our online resources?
If you are looking for a job at the moment, you may find these resources from our team useful.
If what you need isn't here, or you want to find out more about our support please call our free helpline on 0800 567 7699, it's open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
CV template (can be edited in word) Cover letter example Interview guideWe also offer a range of specialist services, including:
Aspirations service
If you're not working and feel as though life is getting on top of you, or you are living with a mental health condition, Porchlight's free Aspirations service can help.
We can help you regain your confidence, find ways to manage your mental health and wellbeing, and support you to gain work, volunteering or education opportunities.
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