Both of these sets of number represent a surge in demand; with the cost-of-living crisis, mortgage increases, a severe lack of social housing and record high rents, as many people in full time work are struggling to pay rent and or mortgages and are at risk of homelessness. And while our plan is to be able to work with more people in difficulty to address their circumstances before they become homeless, we need your help today, this summer, to support those we support as they face a summer on the streets.

Our welfare program gives those we support a start, and a base, however in summer there are additional factors we have to take into account. With the continued hot and humid conditions, we are looking to raise £3,500 this summer to support those with a specific summer provision.

This June the temperature was warm, and frequently reached record high levels, this meant we had to adapt our services. During periods of hot weather, we can open our doors for longer, giving people additional access to somewhere with showers, shade, and plenty of food and water. Our breakfast and lunch food provision can be altered to include more cold food, with higher water content. Additionally, using funds directly from this appeal, we will purchase a gazebo to put in our courtyard as an extra shaded area to escape from the heat of the day. We expect more hot weather throughout the summer, and have prepared accordingly.

We are offering everyone a water bottle, and access to fill it, and offer light, loose-fitting clothing, as well as hats and shorts. We have been handing out suncream, and crisps and salty snacks to stop dehydration, and bags to carry these items.