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Government says it will focus on health & social care and housing this year
What new announcements mean for people we support

12 May, 2021

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Struggling households at further risk of mental health issues due to pandemic stress
Covid-related job losses, housing issues and loneliness are to blame

07 May, 2021

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New support for LGBT+ young people in Medway
Our BeYou service provides support, advice and safe spaces

19 April, 2021

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Ensuring people don’t miss out on the Covid vaccine
Work is underway to get people who are homeless vaccinated

12 March, 2021

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The Hidden Heroes by Jessica Ryn
The Hidden Heroes

05 March, 2021

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More support for LGBT+ young people in Kent
Advice groups for LGBT+ people who are religious, BAME or under 12

28 January, 2021

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Our Live Well Kent mental health service is expanding to Medway
Tell us what support is needed in the area

18 January, 2021

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Housing First can break the cycle of homelessness
It's helping people with the most complex needs

15 December, 2020

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People living in poverty forgotten in government's spending review
Our response to the chancellor's statement

26 November, 2020

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