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The Connection at St Martin's

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The Connection at St Martin's works with people experiencing #homelessness in #London to discover their strengths and rebuild their lives away from the streets.

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Last year, 131 women attended our Women's Space. This is more than a day centre. It's a place to grow, recover and begin a brighter future. #TheConnection #EndingHomelessness

Last year, 131 women attended our Women's Space. 

This is more than a day centre. 

It's a place to grow, recover and begin a brighter future.

#TheConnection #EndingHomelessness
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Most of us don’t carry spare change. But we can still make a difference for people sleeping rough. #Streetlink is a website that helps people connect those rough sleeping with local support To find out more and refer someone, tap below πŸ‘‡ connection-at-stmartins.org.uk/streetlink/

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We can't shake this off πŸ‘― The UK housing crisis, including the lack of social housing, is driving homelessness to unprecedented levels 🏑 By demanding better, we can help end homelessness for good πŸ’™ #EndingHomelessness #TheConnection

We can't shake this off πŸ‘―

The UK housing crisis, including the lack of social housing, is driving homelessness to unprecedented levels 🏑

By demanding better, we can help end homelessness for good πŸ’™

#EndingHomelessness #TheConnection
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At the centre of the #HousingEmergency is a lack of social homes. 90k new social homes a year for 10 years would be enough to house every homeless household and clear most social housing waiting lists. Our NEW report sets out a plan on exactly how the govt can achieve this. 🧡

At the centre of the #HousingEmergency is a lack of social homes.

90k new social homes a year for 10 years would be enough to house every homeless household and clear most social housing waiting lists.

Our NEW report sets out a plan on exactly how the govt can achieve this. 🧡
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Every meal, shower, laundry load and more helps us support people on their journey home The process can be slow but with consistent support we can build trust with those sleeping rough Thank you to all our supporters who made this work possible πŸ’™ #TheConnection

Every meal, shower, laundry load and more helps us support people on their journey home

The process can be slow but with consistent support we can build trust with those sleeping rough

Thank you to all our supporters who made this work possible πŸ’™

#TheConnection
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Ready to dive in for a great cause? πŸŠβ€β™€οΈ Swim in the iconic #Serpentine Lake and help us make London a city where no one has to sleep rough πŸ‘‡ connection-at-stmartins.org.uk/upcoming-event… #SwimSerpentine #CharitySwim

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One meal can never end someone's homelessness But it can be the start of the end After coming in just for a meal and a shower for a few weeks, Zara opened up to us Now, she's making fantastic progress on her journey home Read her journey in her own words πŸ‘‡

One meal can never end someone's homelessness

But it can be the start of the end

After coming in just for a meal and a shower for a few weeks, Zara opened up to us

Now, she's making fantastic progress on her journey home

Read her journey in her own words πŸ‘‡
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Now's the perfect time to participate in our #SoundWalk with ASMF Orchestra β˜€οΈ Stroll around central London while listening to the music and thoughts of people we support. Help people sleeping rough feel seen this summer Explore the SoundWalk here πŸ‘‡ asmf.org/soundwalk/

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Every day, people are kicked out of their homes or leave to escape an abusive partner, friend or family member These people often struggle with trauma and need specialist support At The Connection, we offer this support without judgement or assumptions πŸ’™

Every day, people are kicked out of their homes or leave to escape an abusive partner, friend or family member

These people often struggle with trauma and need specialist support

At The Connection, we offer this support without judgement or assumptions πŸ’™
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14 women are living at St. Martin's house as they prepare to find an independent home When they move into St. Martin's House, this is what her room will look like But we want people to feel at home. So all residents are welcome to decorate their room however they want πŸ’™

14 women are living at St. Martin's house as they prepare to find an independent home 

When they move into St. Martin's House, this is what her room will look like

But we want people to feel at home. So all residents are welcome to decorate their room however they want πŸ’™
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Often, homelessness is more than one night out It can be a years-long, back-and-forth journey But we stick with people and don’t give up, supporting people to find their own way home #TheConnection #EndingHomelessness

Often, homelessness is more than one night out

It can be a years-long, back-and-forth journey

But we stick with people and don’t give up, supporting people to find their own way home

#TheConnection #EndingHomelessness
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For many people sleeping rough, addiction is just as harmful as sleeping on the streets. That's why we're marking #OverdoseAwarenessDay for an entire week to bring more attention to this issue. Keep your eyes peeled for more information coming soon πŸ’™ #IOAD #TheConnection

For many people sleeping rough, addiction is just as harmful as sleeping on the streets.  

That's why we're marking #OverdoseAwarenessDay for an entire week to bring more attention to this issue. 

Keep your eyes peeled for more information coming soon πŸ’™

#IOAD #TheConnection
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Nearly 3/4 of people we support use substances daily This is a huge issue, but we're determined to stand by them, no matter the challenges Learn why this crisis has grown and how we're making a difference πŸ‘‡ connection-at-stmartins.org.uk/news-item/deto… #IOAD #TheConnection #EndingHomelessness

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Jade started using substances to cope with the trauma she faced while homeless This was difficult to overcome but, with our support, she's now recovered, housed and looking to gain a degree Explore Jade's story here πŸ‘‡ connection-at-stmartins.org.uk/success-story/… #IOAD #TheConnection

Jade started using substances to cope with the trauma she faced while homeless

This was difficult to overcome but, with our support, she's now recovered, housed and looking to gain a degree

Explore Jade's story here πŸ‘‡

connection-at-stmartins.org.uk/success-story/…

#IOAD #TheConnection
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Understanding why addiction is so common for the people we support shows us the need for compassionate and comprehensive support systems. Ultimately, it is hard to know how any of us would respond in the same situation. #TheConnection #EndingHomelessness

Understanding why addiction is so common for the people we support shows us the need for compassionate and comprehensive support systems.

Ultimately, it is hard to know how any of us would respond in the same situation.

#TheConnection #EndingHomelessness
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As we've shared this week, addiction is a complex issue that requires long-term support But with you by our side, we can be there for people through any challenges they face Please consider supporting someone sleeping rough today πŸ‘‡ connection-at-stmartins.org.uk/getinvolved/do…

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Today is #OverdoseAwarenessDay.Β Unfortunately, it's always emotional for us 330 people passed away from addiction while homeless in 2021 alone But it doesn't have to be like this. Discover the issues we're facing and how we can overcome them πŸ‘‡ connection-at-stmartins.org.uk/substance-use/

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How do you feel after missing a meal? Probably irritated, uncomfortable, tired or worse. Now imagine missing multiple meals a day, week after week. A meal can restore your energy and help you on the first step on the journey home. #TheConnection #EndingHomelessness

How do you feel after missing a meal?

Probably irritated, uncomfortable, tired or worse. 

Now imagine missing multiple meals a day, week after week. 

A meal can restore your energy and help you on the first step on the journey home.  

#TheConnection #EndingHomelessness
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Some people aren't ready to visit our day centre. But that's ok. Whether they are unsure of entering a new space or if they just don't have access to directions, we can support people by meeting them where they're at. This is how we make sure no one is left on the streets πŸ’™

Some people aren't ready to visit our day centre. But that's ok. 

Whether they are unsure of entering a new space or if they just don't have access to directions, we can support people by meeting them where they're at. 

This is how we make sure no one is left on the streets πŸ’™
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For many, homelessness is so much more than missing a rent payment. There are many systematic issues to consider. Discover what these are and how we're addressing them πŸ‘‡ connection-at-stmartins.org.uk/advocacy/