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Real-life Stories

Jo's story: “It’s the first time I’ve made a proper breakthrough”
Our Aspirations service has given her hope for the future

16 September, 2019

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Help near you this Mental Health Awareness Week
Highlighting support around the county

16 September, 2019

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Campaigns

Fighting unlawful evictions
Helping people who are at risk of unfairly losing their home

16 September, 2019

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Government welfare reforms causing youth homelessness
They are partly to blame according to a new national report

16 September, 2019

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Real-life Stories

Matt’s story: “Knowing you’ve helped people is really rewarding"
Porchlight volunteer Matt is aiming to work in the care sector

16 September, 2019

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Features

"Homelessness minister is wrong about rough sleeping"
She says welfare reform and council cuts aren't to blame... but they are

16 September, 2019

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Life-saving support in severe weather
How we help people when the snow hits

16 September, 2019

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"Loss of hope is our biggest challenge"
How we help people believe in the future

16 September, 2019

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Tenancy training: preparing people to rent a home
It helps them beat the stigma of homelessness

16 September, 2019

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