A strategy for challenging and unpredictable times

The years ahead will be challenging, but we are more determined than ever to ensure that Londoners experiencing homelessness have access to the services they need. Read more
We must all ask ourselves if we can do more to combat racism

In the wake of George Floyd's murder, we must all redouble our efforts to tackle and challenge racism and inequality, wherever we find it. Read more
Bridging the gap: from rough sleeping to housing

With our Night Shelter in Redbridge now set to remain open over the spring, Melanie Malcolm, who has been managing the service, reflects on how the service is working to support the borough’s homeless population. Read more
Fundraising: more than just raising money

Have you ever considered taking on a challenge for charity? In our latest blog, our communications manager, Brittany, talks about how fundraising is about so much more than simply raising money. Read more

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A strategy for challenging and unpredictable times

The years ahead will be challenging, but we are more determined than ever to ensure that Londoners experiencing homelessness have access to the services they need. Read more

Everyone In – One year on

On the anniversary of Everyone In, our CEO reflects on the key contributors to ending street homelessness in London Read more

Transforming Lives Through Our Sport & Health Project

After a successful three years our Sport & Health Project is celebrating an extension. Here we reflect on the last three years. Read more

Addressing the needs of women facing homelessness

Amy is a service manager for two east London Housing First services and Project Kali She reflects on how women experience homelessness and the importance of addressing female-specific needs when providing support. Read more

More than just a roof: bridging the transition to PRS

Mahmoud joined SHP as a Resettlement Worker and has been working on move on for former rough sleepers who’ve been housed in hotels by the GLA. Here he reflects on the rewards and challenges of this new role. Read more

The Well Space: A trauma-informed group for well being

Our Fulfilling Lives team reflect on what they've learned from setting up an accessible therapeutic space for people facing multiple disadvantage. Read more

We must all ask ourselves if we can do more to combat racism

In the wake of George Floyd's murder, we must all redouble our efforts to tackle and challenge racism and inequality, wherever we find it. Read more

Getting ready for the London Marathon

Sam Bott is running the London Marathon for SHP. He shares his marathon training experiences and gives us his top tips on preparing for the big day. Read more

Homelessness: more than just a housing Issue

SHP Psychologist Emily Van Der Pol-Harney reflects on the role that mental health plays as an underlying cause of homelessness, and on the challenges of tackling it effectively. Read more

Passion, integrity and life-changing services

Our long-serving Chair, Jonathan Senker, is passing the baton. Here, Jonathan reflects on the changes he's seen and looks forward to the future. Read more

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In from the cold: how to help rough sleepers this winter

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Single Homeless Project was founded by a group of homeless people in the mid-1970s. Today, 40 years on, we still try to look at the world through our clients’ eyes.