This is what they had to say and they even made a video. Homeless Friendly encourages organisations to lead the way in creating a cultural shift in how we view those without a permanent home. As a registered charity, we
Here’s a smart way to help rough sleepers.
Friends and supporters of the brand-new Fix Up Academy in Prestwich donated clothes by the bundle to the homeless, recently. But rather than see them used just to keep the vulnerable warm in winter, the quality threads will be donned
We are busy making up and distributing our Winter Warm kits
Homeless Friendly consulted with several local charities and it was decided that due to the popularity of last years Winter Warm Kits that we would undertake a similar project this year. Our Nigel has been busy sourcing items (this is
What’s Nigel up to now?
Our Nigel is hard at work on our winter project, we wonder what it can be. Have a look at the picture and have a guess. Nigel says all will be revealed next week including how you can donate to
WELCOME ON BOARD
We would like to introduce Nigel Upton as our new co-ordinator. Nigel has a wealth of experience in administration and marketing. He has lived all over the UK and abroad and likes to think he has some understanding of the
We venture to Rossendale
Proud to announce that we undertook a training session with Rossendale Primary Care Network which resulted in 5 of their GP Practices signing up to our pledge and being recognised as Homeless Friendly. Such a wonderful friendly staff team. The
We Need You as our part time Co-Ordinator This is a temporary for 9 months
We have an opportunity for someone to work 10 hours a week either at Royton or Openshaw: The primary role of the co-ordinator is to set up the Hot Line which will ensure that people who are homeless and have
GM Homelessness Services
We have updated the information in relation to contacting your local Greater Manchester Council.
Our founder is Oldham’s Mayor
Oldham’s new mayor says he will use his own allowance as part of a fund awarding up to £500 each to ‘deserving’ residents in the borough. Councillor Zahid Chauhan, who represents Alexandra ward, and has served on the council since
Sadly gambling may lead to homelessness
The odds of becoming homeless will increase Studies show that issues with gambling will make you more than ten times more likely to become homeless. Which is why a new campaign has been launched to help those with issues with
Oldham GP’s concerns as prescriptions for heroin drug fall
Our founder Dr Zahid Chauhan OBE has raised concerns after new figures show doctors in the borough gave fewer methadone prescriptions to treat opioid addiction last year. Methadone, marketed under the brand name Physeptone, is a synthetic opioid used to
DANNY
Homeless Friendly has just become aware that Danny Collins passed away last year. Danny was a key part of our Manchester Big Sleep Out, bringing his humour to the night by reading some of his own poetry which related to
Our Winter Appeal – Warm kits for people who are Homeless
We are aware that winter can be an extremely difficult time for people who are homeless in particular those living on our streets. This year we are aiming to distribute as many warm kits as possible, the kits which come in
In Memory of our Trustee
Vicky Riding asked for donations to be made to Homeless Friendly in her memory. We are honoured that £4,156.36 was donated by people who wanted to remember Vicky, we will ensure that the money is used to support people who
EGG – the first charity to receive our award.
Homeless Friendly offer an award to people or organisations that go the extra mile on behalf of people who are homeless and are already recognised as being Homeless Friendly. We first met Jonathan Billings when he managed The Wellspring in
Our first PCN to pledge
Denton Audenshaw and Droylsden PCN affectionately known as DAD have pledged that they will offer respectful inclusive support to people who are homeless or threatened with homelessness. On 16th June staff from the surgeries that they represent attended our awareness
CROESO – Sanctuary Trust Wales
Thank you to Sanctuary Trust Wales for opening its door to Homeless Friendly, we enjoyed learning about the support that is offered to people in and around Conwy The day commenced with being introduced to staff and volunteers at Conwy
Vicky Riding – Our Trustee
It is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of BARDOC Chief Executive, and Trustee of Homeless Friendly, Vicky Riding on 6th April 2022 Vicky has paid a huge contribution to the health of people in
Another ‘tool in the box’ to help support people who are homeless.
The BillyChip Foundation is a registered charity continuing the legacy of Billy Abernethy-Hope a twenty year old ambulance driver from Bristol who was the inspiration and idea behind the BillyChip. Billy believed that the common perception of people is that
We are changing our phone numbers
From today 2nd February our telephone numbers have changed, we have been able to keep our original number which is 0161 371 6165 and now also have a new number 0161 647 8033. An answer phone facility is available on
Helping to offer both Flu and Covid Vaccines to people who are homeless.
With the support of Dr Zahid Chauhan OBE, his tranee GP’s,The Impact Church and our volunteers we were able to try to dispell some of the myths surrounding vaccinations and offer much needed vaccines to people who are homeless. The
Summer 2021 Newsletter
Another First as The Big Onion in Bootle pledges that they are Homeless Friendly
Sage advice offered to the homeless at the Big Onion, a Bootle project designed to kick-start a brand-new kind of British high street, has become the first retailer in the country to be designated Homeless-Friendly. Created by Merseyside Expanding Horizons
People who are homeless in Oldham receive 2nd COVID jab
An #Oldham man who was sleeping rough in a churchyard just a few months ago has become the first homeless person in the world to receive a second COVID-19 vaccination jab. Paul was inoculated by NHS staff and is now looking to return to
A further COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic held within Oldham
Last week, we held a second COVID-19 vaccine clinic for people who are homeless. The clinic was held at the ICC building in the centre of Oldham. A big ‘thank you’ goes to Oldham Council, NHS Oldham and the staff
Prioritising people experiencing homelessness in the COVID-19 vaccination process
We are proud to announce that we have recently partnered with The Homelessness Vaccination Campaign and written to every Local Authority in the country asking for people who are homeless to be prioritised in relation to receiving the COVID-19 vaccination.
First ever COVID vaccine clinic for people who are homeless was held in Oldham
Dr Zahid Chauhan OBE began the planet’s first-ever #COVID-19 clinic for people who are #homeless. With the considerable support of Oldham Borough Council, our friends at the DePaul charity, wonderful nursing staff and ourselves Homeless Friendly, the Oxford vaccine was administered to
Our Letter to Secretary of State for Health and Social Care Matt Hancock
On Friday 15th January 2021, we wrote to Matt Hancock asking him to prioritise people who are homeless for COVID vaccinations. This letter was co-signed by Homeless Link, Emmaus UK, DePaul UK and The Big Issue. Read our letter below;
Christmas Present Appeal
Help halt hygiene crisis for the homeless. A small donation to provide soap, toothpaste and sanitary products for rough sleepers could prevent them from contracting deadly infections which seep into their bodies through dirty wounds. Whilst the attention of the
4000 FACE MASKS DONATED
LHM Medical Technology (UK) Limited who are based within Trafford Park reached out to Homeless Friendly asking if we would be interested in receiving Face Masks which then could be given out across Greater Manchester. Of course we said a