As the freezing temperatures continue the Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP) is still active. If you are concerned about someone sleeping rough during this time, please: ☎️ Ring: 01202 315962 📧 Email: B&[email protected] #Bournemouth #Poole #Christchurch

Wow, what a few weeks! We were grateful to receive so many generous donations - thanks to YOU - our incredible community - we served meals on Christmas & Boxing Day to those in need, with ingredients kindly provided by the Royal Motor Yacht Club. Your generosity brings hope 💛

After Christmas, the Genesis Centre opened under SWEP, offering warmth & shelter during the cold snap. Thanks to St Mungo's & BCP Council, many found pathways to temporary & permanent homes. Together, we’re making a lasting difference. 💛 #EndHomelessness #Charity #Poole

The government has announced today that it will be tripling the budget to support people rough sleeping - bringing the total to £30m. “Beyond responding to this winter’s rough sleeping emergency, we are pleased to be working with the Government on developing its new strategy to

Last week we were delighted to host a Kitchen Hygiene training course for a mixed group of volunteers & individuals accessing the Genesis Centre for support. By offering practical courses & training, we aim to empower personal growth & help everyone take positive steps forward.

Huge thanks to St Nicholas Church, Corfe Mullen, for helping at the Genesis Centre today. They served chicken curry to those in need & sorted Christmas clothing donations. Grateful for the ongoing support from local congregations across #Poole Together, we’re making a difference

Huge thanks to Hall & Woodhouse for a lovely evening on Friday at the #Community Chest Awards. We are so grateful for our grant, every penny of which will go directly to help those most vulnerable in our local community💛 #poole #dorset #charity #helpthehomeless #charitytuesday

⭐️ We're Hiring! - Project Worker 📢 Please share with anyone you think would be perfect for this role. If you would like to apply, please send your application with covering letter & CV to [email protected] Find out more: routestoroots.org/charity/news/p… #jobs #charity #poole

Please share far and wide so we can find the perfect person to join our wonderful charity - deadline is Sun 30th March. 😊 Find out more here: routestoroots.org/charity/news/p… . . #charityjobs #dorsetjobs #jobspoole #projectworker #jobs #newjob #charity #helpthehomeless #poole #dorset

Join us for our Annual General Meeting on Tues 20th May at 5:45pm at the Genesis Centre, Poole. All are welcome – your voice matters. 📩 To receive the agenda, last year’s minutes and the financial report, please contact: [email protected] #Poole #Charity #Homelessness

We are incredibly grateful to Mike Pearce, who recently hosted a dinner & raffle on behalf of his Masonic Lodge, raising an amazing £1,105 for Routes to Roots. 🙏 Thank you, Mike, & all those who took part & donated — your kindness truly makes a difference. routestoroots.org/charity/donati…

Thank you to Kingland House Residential Home in #Poole for their donation of quality blankets this week! They’ve recently upgraded their own stock & kindly passed on 10 bags of blankets to us 💛Thank you for helping us bring warmth & dignity to those who need it most. #Charity

💎 We’re thrilled to receive a Community Diamond Award from Asda, along with flowers & chocolates! Huge thanks for supporting Routes to Roots & congrats on 60 years! 🎉 📸 Asda's Vikki Ekema presents the award to our own Tracy Hayman. #RoutesToRoots #Asda60 #Poole #Charity #Dorset

🎶 We’re seeking donations of working musical instruments to support group activities for those affected by homelessness. No full drum kits or broken items please! Got something to offer? Call 01202 667880 or email [email protected] 💛 #Music #Poole #Charity

Meet Matt – one of our brilliant breakfast volunteers and a much-loved face at the Genesis Centre 💛 He & his parents hosted a quiz night that raised an amazing £1,800 for R2R! Huge thanks to them, Merley House & everyone who made it happen 🙌 #Poole #Charity #Fundraising #R2R

We’re so grateful to the #WyattHomes team for raising over £13,500 for Routes to Roots & Faithworks Wimborne Food Bank! 17 staff walked 33km along the Jurassic Coast to support those facing homelessness & hunger in our local community 💛👏 wyatthomes.co.uk/news/wyatt-hom… #Charity

We’re thrilled to welcome Rev Canon Lucy Holt as our new Chair of Trustees! A trustee for 8 years, Lucy brings passion & experience to the role. 👏 Huge thanks to Kate Mellor for 3 incredible years as Chair & leading us into the Genesis Centre. 💙 #charity #poole #community

Thank you to Raina Summerson (Agincare) 💚 for delivering today’s Basic Life Support training at R2R. Great to see a mixed group of staff, volunteers, & those who use our services coming together to learn these vital skills. The session was expertly led by Jo - informative, practical, & empowering!

Yesterday, we welcomed trainee hairdresser Liza to the Genesis Centre - & what a difference a simple haircut can make. Liza gave her time & skills freely, offering our visitors not just a haircut, but a moment of care, conversation & connection. Thank you Liza💛 #Poole #Charity

With temps set to exceed 26°C, SWEP is active BCP Council At the Genesis Centre #Poole (9am–5pm), we’re here offering cool space, water, sun cream & support. Fusion in #Bournemouth is operating 10am-1pm Seen someone sleeping rough? 📞01202 315962 📩B&[email protected]