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News/Blog

How can you help someone sleeping rough this winter?

How can you help someone sleeping rough this winter?

Sleeping on the streets is extremely dangerous, particularly during the winter months. Here are some ways you can help. Read more

Posted to: News/Blog

Published: 2nd December, 2021

Updated: 4th February, 2022

Fuelling homelessness – why the Government must keep the Universal Credit uplift

Fuelling homelessness – why the Government must keep the Universal Credit uplift

In less than two weeks, the £20-per-week uplift to Universal Credit will be axed by the Government. A decision that will push more people into poverty, and make it harder for the people we support to leave homelessness behind. Read more

Posted to: News/Blog

Published: 24th September, 2021

Updated: 9th March, 2022

A strategy for challenging and unpredictable times

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

Posted to: News/Blog

Published: 5th July, 2021

Updated: 10th March, 2022

Comments: 1

Everyone In – One year on

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

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Published: 26th March, 2021

Updated: 9th March, 2022

Author: Liz Rutherfoord

Transforming Lives Through Our Sport & Health Project

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

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Published: 19th March, 2021

Updated: 11th October, 2021

Author: Eloise Moller

More than just a roof: bridging the transition to PRS

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

Posted to: News/Blog

Published: 12th August, 2020

Updated: 14th August, 2020

Comments: 1

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

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

Posted to: News/Blog

Published: 26th June, 2020

Author: Katie Logue

Passion, integrity and life-changing services

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

Posted to: News/Blog

Published: 3rd October, 2019

Updated: 9th March, 2022

Author: jonathan senker

Comments: 1

Bridging the gap: from rough sleeping to housing

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

Posted to: News/Blog

Published: 26th April, 2019

Updated: 15th May, 2019

Author: Alexander Green

Fundraising: more than just raising money

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

Posted to: News/Blog

Published: 4th October, 2018

Updated: 9th March, 2022

Author: Brittany Maher-Kirk

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  • How much does it cost to run the Royal Parks Half Marathon?

    Every year the Royal Parks Half Marathon holds a free ballot, which if you are lucky enough costs £59 to secure your place.

  • Why is it hard for someone who is homeless to get a job?

    Why is it hard for someone who is homeless to get a job?

    Getting a job is hard. But, for people who are homeless, it is far more difficult since there are significant structural barriers in their way. We dig into what these are and what we are doing to address them.

  • A Survivor Speaks: A Story of Domestic Abuse, Opening Up and Getting Support

    A Survivor Speaks: A Story of Domestic Abuse, Opening Up and Getting Support

    From having someone there to listen and show there are other options, to not being judged or pushed into speaking out, a survivor shares their experience of support and highlights the importance of support.

  • Women Share their Experiences of Homelessness

    Women Share their Experiences of Homelessness

    Our women clients share experiences of homelessness, substance use, gender-based violence and hidden homelessness.

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  • When will the results of the London Marathon 2022 ballot be announced?

    When will the results of the London Marathon 2022 ballot be announced?

    There is a free public ballot for the 2022 event and the results will be announced on Monday 14th March. But fear not, if you are unsuccessful you can always grab a charity space with Single Homeless Project. Every pound you raise will ensure that Londoners experiencing homelessness get the support they deserve.

  • Map of our services

    Map of our services

    Use our interactive map to see where we work on the ground

  • Our mission, vision & values

    Our mission, vision & values

    Our mission, vision and values inspire and challenge us as an organisation.

  • How we transform lives

    How we transform lives

    Each day our work restores hope to homeless and vulnerable people with nowhere else to turn.

  • Volunteer vacancies

    Volunteer vacancies

    Could you volunteer your time, skills and talents to help homeless and vulnerable people to transform their lives?

  • Supported accommodation

    Supported accommodation

    Our hostels and supported housing are a lifeline for homeless people who are at a point in their lives where they would struggle to live independently.

  • Psychologically Informed Environments (PIE)

    Psychologically Informed Environments (PIE)

    The people we work with often have complex psychological and emotional needs. To address this, we use an approach known as PIE.

  • Our history

    Our history

    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.

  • A homelessness crisis

    Homelessness has no place in 21st century London – yet we are in the grip of a homeless crisis.

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

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

    With rough sleeping in London on the rise, it’s easy to feel helpless – but you can make a difference.

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Do you believe everyone should have a place to call home and the chance to lead a fulfilling life? If so, we'd love to stay in touch! Read more

Published: 7th December, 2017

Updated: 5th July, 2021

Author: Alexander Green

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