Urgent funding is needed to run our homeless shelter this winter. We support homeless men & women in Croydon with communal bed space, showers, toiletries, nutritious meals, safe and welcoming social space & connection, alongside partnership working and casework support to exit homelessness.
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Homelessness in Croydon is a significant issue, with people at risk of homelessness also likely to face social isolation or other forms of deprivation. Croydon has the highest number of rough-sleepers in Outer London. 469 were recorded rough-sleeping in 2025 an increase of 190% in a decade. However, Croydon was one of four London boroughs without a night shelter. We support people from the crisis of rough-sleeping to re-build their support networks and sustainable routes off the streets.
Our community-led shelter works with Croydon Council, Outreach teams, faith and community organisations to provide: Communal, safe space for 20 men/ women,18+ Avoid rough-sleeping Nutritious hot meals, breakfast and snacks Showers & toiletries Personalised support, help to access community networks Housing and homelessness support Referral to physical, mental health, drug & alcohol support services Support to access volunteer, work and training opportunities Social connection