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Real-life Stories

Matt’s story: “Knowing you’ve helped people is really rewarding"
Porchlight volunteer Matt is aiming to work in the care sector

16 September, 2019

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"Homelessness minister is wrong about rough sleeping"
She says welfare reform and council cuts aren't to blame... but they are

16 September, 2019

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Life-saving support in severe weather
How we help people when the snow hits

16 September, 2019

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"Loss of hope is our biggest challenge"
How we help people believe in the future

16 September, 2019

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Tenancy training: preparing people to rent a home
It helps them beat the stigma of homelessness

16 September, 2019

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Government funding plans “short sighted”
Homeless hostels could shut, warns our chief executive

16 September, 2019

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Don't suffer in silence on Blue Monday
We can help if you're struggling with mental health

16 September, 2019

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MPs: government is failing homeless people
New report says it's "unacceptably complacent"

16 September, 2019

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We're James Villa Holiday's charity of the year
They're joining us to tackle homelessness

16 September, 2019

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