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Stay up to date with the latest news from Porchlight on our services for homeless and vulnerable people in Kent and the south east, our research and fundraising efforts.

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Features

The link between loneliness, deprivation and poor mental health
How they affect Kent communities and how we can help

06 May, 2022

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Support

Mental health survey gives young adults a voice
How would you improve support?

06 May, 2022

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Support

Mental health support in Kent and Medway
What's on offer near me?

29 April, 2022

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Features

Spring statement
Cost of living crisis is far from over for the most vulnerable

24 March, 2022

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Features | Professionals | Campaigns

What the cost of living crisis means for people in Kent
People have impossible choices between heating and eating

15 March, 2022

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Professionals

Young transgender people must feel comfortable accessing support
We’ve spoken to Homeless Link about our work in this area

22 February, 2022

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Professionals

Kent County Council proposing to cut homelessness support
Kent Homeless Connect could be decommissioned later this year

11 February, 2022

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Professionals

Independent evaluation of our Aspirations service
It's improving people's mental health and wellbeing

10 February, 2022

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Professionals | Campaigns

Government Budget doesn’t go far enough to help struggling households
The lack of support means they face a very bleak winter

29 October, 2021

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