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The Rights Guide for Rough Sleepers outlines your rights around arrest, stop and search, answering police questions, move-ons, no-drinking zones, sleeping rough, taking a pee in public and highway obstruction. It was put together by the Pavement, Housing Justice, Liberty and Zacchaeus 2000.
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4 Duncan Place, Edinburgh, EH6 8HW;, and c/o Andrew Duncan Clinic, Royal Edinburgh Hospital, Morningside Place
EH10 5HF
Phone: 0808 196 3525
All our services are still open to accept referrals for advocacy support. Independent individual and collective advocacy services for people with mental health problems in Edinburgh.
Mental health, Advocacy, Step-free
Bethany Christian Trust
65 Bonnington Road, Edinburgh
EH6 5JQ
Phone: 0131 561 8930
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.
Accommodation/housing, Alcohol workers, Careers advice, Counselling, Drugs workers, Free food, Outreach workers
Breathing Space Scotland
Scotland
Phone: 0800 83 85 87
Friday-Sunday: 6pm-6am
Free, confidential phone service for anyone in Scotland experiencing low mood, depression or anxiety. Experienced advisors listen and offer advice. Outside opening hours, contact Samaritans on 116 123 (24/7).
Mental health, Advocacy, Counselling
Casus Omissus - The Aberdeen Law Project
Ferryhill Community Centre, Albury Road, Aberdeen
AB11 6TN
Phone: 01224 272 434
Thursday: 5:30pm-7:30pm
Initial advice, written advice, casework, representation and form-filling for residents of Scotland. Covers employment, housing, benefits etc.
Accommodation/housing, Creative classes, Tenancy support, Legal advice
Central & West Integration Network (CWIN)
Garnethill Multicultural Centre, 21 Rose Street, Glasgow
G3 6RE
Phone: 0141 573 0978
Monday: 1pm-4pm (Drop-in)
Monday, Thursday, Friday: 1:30pm-2:30pm (Food Hub)
Friday: 12pm-1:30pm (Community Meal)
Supports asylum seekers, refugees, migrant workers and black and minority ethnic people to access resources that improve their standard of living. English/ESOL classes, art and music classes, community meal, and weekly drop-in.
Advocacy, Education/training, Free food, Signposting to other services, Creative classes
Change Mental Health
Phone: 0808 8010 515
We ensure that everyone has access to the support they need, when they need it, in a way which works best for them. This includes carers, friends and families.
Mental health
Crisis Skylight (Edinburgh)
Cranston House, 271 Canongate, Edinburgh
EH8 8BQ
Phone: 0131 209 7700
Tuesday: 12:30pm-3:30pm
We work with people in Edinburgh to help them rebuild their lives and leave homelessness behind for good. We do much of this work through our Skylights – these are centres which exist to support people who are experiencing homelessness or are at risk of homelessness. Skylights can help in finding a home and settling in, finding work and applying for jobs and looking after your health and wellbeing. How we can help depends on your situation and needs. If another service can provide the support you need, we will refer you to them. Before you visit, we would recommend that you find out what Crisis can offer you in Edinburgh. You can then contact us by phone or email so that we can discuss the best options for your situation
Education/training, Internet access, Leisure facilities, Tenancy support, Mental health, Medical/health, Careers advice
Crossreach (Cunningham House)
Cunningham House, 205 Cowgate, Edinburgh
EH1 1JH
Phone: 0131 225 4795
Ring or visit site for information. Short-term supported residential accommodation for single homeless people (18-65) who have additional support needs they wish support with; such as offending, drug, alcohol and mental health matters. Please contact the City of Edinburgh Council if you wish to be referred.
Accommodation/housing, Tenancy support, Debt advice, Benefits/welfare advice
Crossreach (Rankeillor Initiative)
10 Palmerston Place, Edinburgh
EH12 5AA
Phone: 0131 225 4901
For those experiencing homelessness, including those in recovery from substance use, we provide temporary accommodation in shared flats combined with support to help you determine and pursue your goals. Phone for referral.
Accommodation/housing, Alcohol workers, Counselling, Drugs workers, Clothing store, Careers advice, Education/training, Outreach worker links, Benefits/welfare advice, Mental health
Crossreach Move On (Whiteinch)
0/5, 13 Victoria Park Drive South, Whiteinch, Glasgow
G14 9RN
Phone: 0141 959 5069
Saturday & Sunday: 9am-5pm
Temporary furnished accommodation and support to adults in recovery from substance misuse, who have achieved a period of stability through residential or community rehabilitation. Service is mainly for people living clean, but some methadone, etc, users who are stable will be considered.
Mental health, Accommodation/housing, Alcohol workers, Counselling, Drugs workers, Tenancy support, Step-free, Education/training
Drinkaware - Drinkline
Phone: 0300 123 1110
Saturday & Sunday: 11am-4pm
Monday-Friday: 9am-2pm (Drinkchat online chat service)
Free, confidential helpline for people worried about their alcohol intake or anyone concerned about them.
Alcohol workers, Counselling, Outreach worker links
Drinkaware - Drinkline Scotland
Phone: 0800 7 314 314
Saturday & Sunday: 10am-4pm
Free, confidential helpline for people worried about their alcohol intake or anyone concerned about them.
Alcohol workers, Counselling, Outreach worker links
Dunedin Harbour
4 Parliament St, Leith, Edinburgh
EH6 6EB
Phone: 0131 624 5800
Accommodation and support for vulnerable individuals who are sleeping rough or at risk of sleeping rough. Couples and pets accepted. Referral via Edinburgh City Council: 0131 529 7125 or 0800 032 5968 (emergency out of hours).
Accommodation/housing, Alcohol workers, Creative classes, Careers advice, Drugs workers, Tenancy support, Mental health, Education/training, Leisure facilities, Benefits/welfare advice
Edinburgh City Youth Cafe
11-15 Vennel, Edinburgh
EH1 2HU
Phone: 0131 229 1797
Friday: 6pm-9pm (under 18s)
Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays 6 – 9pm (Drop-in). Crime victims - emotional support C-Cards available for free condoms. Call or email contact@6vt.info
Mental health, Accommodation/housing, Alcohol workers, Counselling, Debt advice, Drugs workers, Education/training, Medical/health
Edinburgh Cyrenians
Norton Park, 57 Albion Rd, Edinburgh
EH7 5QY
Phone: 0131 475 2354
Advice, information and support phone helpline for people who are homeless, threatened with homelessness or struggling with addiction. Not a drop-in service - appointments by referral.
Advocacy, Drugs workers, Education/training, Outreach worker links, Legal advice
Edinburgh Support Hub (Streetwork at Simon Community Scotland)
22 Holyrood Road, Edinburgh
EH8 8AF
Phone: 0808 178 2323
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.
Benefits/welfare advice, Legal advice, Medical/health, Education/training, Barber, Bathroom/showers, Accommodation/housing, Tenancy support, Step-free, Outreach worker links, Outreach workers, Internet access, Alcohol workers
GEAAP’s Young Booze Busters
Site for young people to get informed about alcohol, drugs, and tobacco, run by the Greater Easterhouse Alcohol Awareness Project.
Glasgow Access Hub (Simon Community Scotland)
74-80 Brown Street, Glasgow
G2 8PD
Phone: 0141 552 4164
Wednesday: 10am-5pm drop-in
'A one-stop shop' for a whole range of support. Drop in to get help with benefits, health, finances, legal advice, access to the digital world and more. Helpline: 0800 027 7466 (open 24/7)
Accommodation/housing, Medical/health, Tenancy support, Mental health, Outreach workers, Outreach worker links, Barber, Education/training, Legal advice, Benefits/welfare advice, Advocacy, Alcohol workers
Glasgow City Mission
20 Crimea Street, Glasgow
G2 8PW
Phone: 0141 221 2630
Monday-Friday: 1pm-2pm Lunch
Monday-Friday: 6:30pm-8pm Dinner
Monday & Wednesday: 2pm-4pm Various project workers
We offer spirit-led, faith-filled community to vulnerable adults and children within the city, by fighting against poverty and disadvantage in Glasgow. Numerous activities, services and classes for homeless people and those struggling with money.
Mental health, Accommodation/housing, Alcohol workers, Careers advice, Counselling, Drugs workers, Education/training, Free food, Internet access, Leisure facilities, Outreach worker links, Outreach workers, Tenancy support, Step-free, Ex-forces, Ex-offenders, Medical/health, Advocacy, Creative classes
Glasgow Council on Alcohol
14 North Claremont St, Glasgow
G3 7LE
Phone: 0141 353 1800
Friday: 9am-6pm
Saturday: 9am-5pm
GCA is an accredited counselling service and provides individual, free and confidential counselling for people experiencing alcohol-related difficulties and those affected by someone else's alcohol use. Group and 1-to-1 support. Freephone helpline: 0808 802 9000
Alcohol workers, Counselling, Outreach worker links, Step-free
Glasgow Helps
Glasgow
Phone: 0141 345 0543
An online directory helping people find the support they need. Textline: 07451 289225
Glasgow Homelessness Network
Unit 16a, Adelphi Centre, 12 Commercial Road, Glasgow
G5 0PQ
Phone: 0141 420 7272
Umbrella organisation for groups and individuals who want to end homelessness in Glasgow and ensure that outcomes for people affected by homelessness meet their needs, interests and aspirations. Not a direct service-provider. The Homeless Information Pages (http://www.ghn.org.uk/hip/) list many useful addresses.
Accommodation/housing
Glasgow Women's Aid
4th Floor, 30 Bell Street, Glasgow
G1 1LG
Phone: 0141 553 2022
Advice and support for women experiencing domestic violence and their children. Domestic Abuse Helpline: 0800 027 1234 (24/7) 07401 288 595 (text or WhatsApp)
Counselling, Outreach worker links
Govan Community Project
31 Garmouth Street, Glasgow
G51 3PR
Phone: 0800 310 0054
Advice, advocacy, food service and other support for refugees and people seeking asylum across Glasgow. English/ESOL classes and support too. Moss Heights Bike Library works in the same way as a regular library, but instead of books we are lending bikes. Along with hiring a bike, it is also a hub for bike related activities. Call for details.
Advocacy, Education/training, Free food, Legal advice, Signposting to other services
Hunter Street Complex Needs Service
55 Hunter Street, Glasgow
G4 0UP
Phone: 0141 553 2801
Specialist, highly personalised services for Homelessness, Alcohol and Drug Recovery, Mental Health and Justice Services in the Gallowgate area. CALL BEFORE VISITNG. REFERRAL ONLY via Glasgow City Council (0141 287 0555) or other homeless service.
Alcohol workers, Drugs workers, Legal advice, Medical/health, Mental health, Sexual health, Step-free