CODES: mh: Mental health ah: Accommodation/housing ad: Advocacy a: Alcohol workers ac: Art classes b: Barber cc: Creative classes bs: Bathroom/showers be: Bedding ca: Careers advice cl: Clothing store c: Counselling da: Debt advice dt: Dentist dw: Drugs workers et: Education/training ff: Free food fc: Foot care it: Internet access lf: Leisure facilities ls: Luggage storage ms: Medical/health md: Music/drama ne: Needle exchange ol: Outreach worker links ow: Outreach workers sh: Sexual health ts: Tenancy support la: Legal advice l: Laundry ef: Ex-forces eo: Ex-offenders sf: Step-free ba: Benefits/welfare advice fa: Financial advice s: Signposting to other services

Groundswell

020 7725 2851, https://groundswell.org.uk
Groundswell is a homeless health charity specialising in peer support, advocacy and working with clients to create positive change in their lives. Groundswell offers peer led learning and development training and support, as well as a homeless health peer advocacy programme (HHPA). Peer advocates can help you navigate healthcare settings and access the support you need. For more information visit the website or email: HHPA@groundswell.org.uk CODES: MH, OW, MS, ET

Haringey Recovery Service

590 Seven Sisters Road N15 6HR
020 8801 3999, http://bit.ly/2ZXG9oB
Monday-Friday: 9:30am-5pm; Works with individuals in recovery from drug & alcohol misuse. Holistic approach, with continued support, equipping people with the skill for self-development. CODES: AD, A, AC, CC, CA, C, DA, DW, ET, IT, LF, MD, OL, OW, SH, TS, LA, EO, SF

Lifeline Basis Substance Misuse Service

Royal Arsenal Medical Centre, 21 Arsenal Way, Woolwich SE16 6TE
020 3696 2640, http://bit.ly/2cTPyce
Monday-Friday: 9am-4:30pm (later by appointment); A unique, free and confidential substance misuse service in Greenwich. They work with those using cannabis; cocaine and party drugs; new psychoactive substances (NPS, formerly 'legal highs') and party drugs; steroids; alcohol (non-dependent); and 'chemsex'. Good inks to local social enterprises which offer training, volunteering and employment. CODES: A, AC, DW, OL, OW, SF, LF, ET

Positive East

159 Mile End Road, Stepney E1 4AQ
020 7791 2855, http://bit.ly/1th8WzX
Monday-Friday: 10:30am-5pm; Pre-Covid-19 did HIV testing. Still offers Practical and emotional support and advice by HELPLINE (020 7791 2855) for people living with or affected by HIV in E London. Option 1 psychological help. Option 2 advice line on housing & benefits. Option 3 sexual health questions. Please see website for full list of services operating during the Covid-19 pandemic. CODES: MH, AD, CC, CA, C, IT, MS, OW, SH

SHP

245 Gray's Inn Road WC1X 8QY
0204 509 8300, http://bit.ly/2vhWqF0
Monday-Sunday: 9am-5pm; Provides innovative accommodation and support services to 3,000 of London's most vulnerable people. To discuss referral, call 020 7520 8660. CODES: AH, AC, CC, CA, DA, ET, IT, OW, TS

St Mungo's (was Broadway Day Centre)

13 Market Lane W12 8EZ
020 8735 5810, http://bit.ly/2g8dloq
Monday: 10am-12pm (nurse & podiatry services); Wednesday & Friday: 10:30am-12pm (rough sleeper service); Wednesday: 10am-12pm (optician and once a month Hep C clinic); Thursday: 10am-12pm (nurse); Friday: 10am-12pm (acupuncture); The service has changed. Health services are available on a drop-in basis, as is access to the local outreach team. The recovery college offers courses such as music, art, IT, chi gung, script writing and Hearing Voices. Please call 020 8735 5833 for information on the prospectus. CODES: MH, AC, CL, ET, FC, MS, MD, OW

Thames Reach (Employment Academy)

29 Peckham Road SE5 8UA
020 7702 4260, http://bit.ly/1CHIXoC
Monday-Friday: 9am-4pm; Supports homeless, vulnerable and isolated men and women through a range of services, activities and accommodation projects. Their aim is for the people they help to have decent homes, supportive relationships and fulfilling lives. Phone or email enquiries@thamesreach.org.uk for more info. CODES: MH, AH, CA, ET, IT, OL, OW, TS

The Connection at St Martin in the Fields

12 Adelaide Street WC2N 4HW
020 7766 5544, https://www.connection-at-stmartins.org.uk
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 9am-1:30pm (drop-in); Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 1:30pm-4:30pm (appointment only); Wednesday: 9am-12:15pm (women only); Provides short- and long-term support to people affected by homelessness, substance abuse, mental health, etc. CODES: MH, AH, A, AC, CC, BS, CA, CL, DW, ET, FC, IT, MS, MD, OW, SF

Wandsworth Community Drug and Alcohol Service (WCDAS)

St John's Therapy Centre, 162 St John's Hill, Battersea SW11 1SW
020 8812 4120, http://bit.ly/2IrIDXI
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 9am-4:30pm; Wednesday: 1pm-7pm; A consortium between SLaM NHS Foundation Trust, Addaction and St Mungo's which provides specialist treatment for Wandsworth adults affected by drug and/or alcohol issues. CODES: MH, A, DW, ET, MS, NE, OL, OW, SH, SF

Royal British Legion

0808 802 8080, https://www.britishlegion.org.uk/
Monday-Sunday: 8am-8pm (helpline); Delivers information, advice and support to members of the British armed forces, reservists, veterans and their families across the UK. Visit one of their centres, phone or use their online resources to find out more. CODES: AH, AD, CC, CA, DA, ET, IT, OW, TS, BA, MH

Bethany Christian Trust

65 Bonnington Road, Edinburgh EH6 5JQ
0131 561 8930, https://www.bethanychristiantrust.com
Supports individuals and families to help them tackle long-term homelessness problems including addictions, debt, lack of furniture, unemployment and social isolation. Welcome Centre and multiple other services across Scotland – call for information. CODES: AH, A, CA, C, DW, FF, OW

Edinburgh Support Hub (Streetwork at Simon Community Scotland)

22 Holyrood Road, Edinburgh EH8 8AF
0808 178 2323, https://tinyurl.com/3wtbpeuu
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday: 9am-5pm; Wednesday: 10am-5pm; 'A one-stop shop' for a whole range of support. Please just drop in - you do not need an appointment. We run multiple classes and focus areas throughout the week including; welfare rights, benefits advice, legal advice, health clinics, education classes, barbers and much, much more. CODES: BA, LA, MS, ET, B, BS, AH, TS, SF, OL, OW, IT, A

Move On (Glasgow)

4th Floor, 24 St Enoch Sq, Glasgow G1 4DB
0141 221 2272, http://bit.ly/2ZnHpRA
Monday-Friday: 9am-5pm ; Enables homeless people to develop the skills and tools they need to reach their own long-term solutions. Majority of services for young people, but there are some services available for everyone - phone first to arrange appointment. CODES: AH, AD, ET, OW

Number 20 (Four Square)

Call for address. Edinburgh
0131 221 2293, https://www.foursquare.org.uk
Monday-Sunday: 12am-12am (staffed 24/7); Temporary emergency supported accommodation for young women and men between 16 and 21 (inclusive) who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. No direct referrals, have to go through the council 0800 032 5968. CODES: MH, C, DW, OW, ET

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