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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.

If your benefits have been sanctioned (cut off or reduced) and you feel this is unfair, you can appeal. Print this letter and hand it in at the office where you sign on. If you feel you need more advice about sanctions, contact   Zacchaeus 2000 or your nearest Citizen’s Advice Bureau. And let us know contact@thepavement.org.uk at the Pavement!

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Remar Association UK

847 High Road, Leytonstone

E11 1HH

Phone: 020 8539 0452

Wednesday: 7:30pm-8:30pm (William IV St, Strand - hot drinks, biscuits and sandwiches)

Offers assistance for free to disadvantaged people and individuals suffering from drug or alcoholic addiction. 24-hour helpline: 0791 758 5056

Alcohol workers, Drugs workers, Free food

Reset Outreach and Referral Service @ Providence Row

82 Wentworth Street

E1 7SA

Phone: 0800 802 1860, 020 7375 0020

Monday-Friday: 8:30am-4pm Needle exchange and harm min

Reset Outreach and Referral Service offers linkage to substance misuse treatment, training and education about drugs and overdose and a harm reduction programme which provides one on one advice and supplies to people who use various substances, from opioids to performance enhancing drugs (steroids) to hormones. Call 0800 802 1860 for more info.

Needle exchange, Alcohol workers, Drugs workers, Sexual health, Outreach workers

Stoll

446 Fulham Road

SW6 1DT

Phone: 020 7385 2110

Monday-Friday: 8am-8pm (closed 12.30–1.30)
Saturday & Sunday: 8am-5pm

Stoll is the leading provider of supported housing for ex-servicemen and women. As well as housing, they provide life-changing support including employment training, advice, addiction services and health and wellbeing activities.

Mental health, Accommodation/housing, Advocacy, Alcohol workers, Creative classes, Careers advice, Counselling, Debt advice, Drugs workers, Education/training, Music/drama, Outreach workers, Tenancy support

Subwize Young People's Drug and Alcohol Service

The Vibe, 195-211 Becontree Avenue, Dagenham

RM8 2UT

Phone: 0300 303 4613

Confidential service for people under 21 with drug and alcohol issues. psychosocial interventions to encourage behavioural change and emotional change, one-to-one keyworking, trauma counselling and structured group work. Phone and find out how they can help you.

Counselling, Alcohol workers, Drugs workers

The Harbour

Community Link Team, 245 Coldharbour Lane, Brixton

SW9 8RR

Phone: 0207 095 1980

Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 9:30am-4:30pm
Tuesday: 9:30am-1pm

One-to-one and group recovery support. Yoga/mindfulness, complementary therapies and support to access psychological services. Training, employment support. Cafe-style drop-in.

Tenancy support, Outreach worker links, Drugs workers, Alcohol workers, Leisure facilities, Education/training, Internet access, Counselling, Creative classes

The Nehemiah Project

47 Tooting Bec Gardens, Streatham

SW16 1RF

Phone: 020 8773 7417

Monday-Friday: 9am-5pm

Nehemiah runs a residential recovery programme for men with a history of addiction; it is abstinence-based and the three-month therapeutic course is compulsory. Enquiries 020 8773 7417, option 1, or email referrals@tnp.org.uk

Accommodation/housing, Alcohol workers, Counselling, Drugs workers, Education/training, Ex-offenders

The Pilion Trust

60 Lough Rd , 39-41 North Road

N7 8FE

Phone: 020 7700 2498

Monday-Friday: 10am-5pm
Sunday: 2pm-5pm (outreach worker available at Margins, Union Chapel)

Works with people who have been affected by drugs, alcohol and mental health.

Mental health, Advocacy, Alcohol workers, Counselling, Drugs workers, Outreach worker links, Outreach workers

U-Turn Recovery Project

299 Brockley Road

SE4 2SA

Phone: 020 8694 6125

Friendly residential recovery centre. Complete the self-referral form on the website or ask your key worker to help you, and they'll get back to you. As well as a seven-step recovery programme, they have cooking lessons, gym visits, sports afternoons, and help with your CV. One-to-one and group sessions, and support to move on to independent living.

Alcohol workers, Drugs workers, Careers advice, Leisure facilities, Accommodation/housing, Bathroom/showers

VoiceAbility

Phone: 01223 555800

Monday-Friday: 9am-5pm (offices and helplines)

UK-wide network of advocacy and service user involvement groups, which offer a services for those who have mental health needs, learning disabilities, dementia, autistic spectrum disorders, physical disabilities, sensory and communication impairments, substance misuse issues, acquired brain injury, a serious physical illness or a dual diagnosis. Check the website or phone to find your nearest branch.

Advocacy, Alcohol workers, Drugs workers

Wandsworth Community Drug and Alcohol Service (WCDAS)

St John's Therapy Centre, 162 St John's Hill, Battersea

SW11 1SW

Phone: 020 8812 4120

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.

Mental health, Alcohol workers, Drugs workers, Education/training, Medical/health, Needle exchange, Outreach worker links, Outreach workers, Sexual health, Step-free

Forward Trust

Phone: 020 3981 5525

Empowers people to break the cycle of crime and addiction, tailored to individuals' needs. Harm reduction, care and assessment, motivation, inspiration and support to transform your life.

Alcohol workers, Counselling, Drugs workers

We Are With You (National)

National

Monday-Friday: 9am-9pm (online chat)
Saturday & Sunday: 10am-4pm (online chat)

We offer free, confidential support with alcohol, drugs or mental health. Online chat available, and local services placed across UK. This is not a crisis service - in an emergency call NHS 111 or Samaritans on 116 123.

Mental health, Counselling, Alcohol workers, Drugs workers

YMCA

Housing, training and community health organisation that runs hostels for homeless young people. Check the website for details.

Accommodation/housing, Advocacy, Creative classes, Careers advice, Education/training, Medical/health, Mental health, Counselling, Alcohol workers, Drugs workers

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

Crossreach (Rankeillor Initiative)

10 Palmerston Place, Edinburgh

EH12 5AA

Phone: 0131 225 4901

Monday-Friday: 9am-5pm (phone for referrals)

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

Monday-Friday: 8am-10pm (phone for referral only)
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

Monday-Friday: 9am-8pm
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

Monday-Friday: 9am-9pm
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

Monday, Wednesday: 6pm-10pm (13–21 year olds)
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

Glasgow City Mission

20 Crimea Street, Glasgow

G2 8PW

Phone: 0141 221 2630

Monday-Friday: 10am-8pm Drop-in
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

Monday-Thursday: 9am-9pm
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 East Alcohol Awareness Project

51 Trondra Place, Glasgow

G34 9AX

Phone: 0141 773 1222

Monday-Friday: 9am-5pm

Counselling, groupwork, peer mentoring, recovery cafes, where you can take part in a wide range of activities, and much more for people recovering from alcohol addiction. Weekly women's group. Phone for information. You can self-refer or get your key worker to refer you.

Alcohol workers, Art classes, Internet access, Leisure facilities

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

Phoenix Futures Scotland

Phone: 0141 336 4272

Organisation helping people recover from alcohol and drugs. 'Recovery through Nature' connects service users with nature to work on conservation projects in settings across Scotland. Info: john.deeney@phoenix-futures.org.uk 'Building Futures N Lanarkshire' (self- or agency-referral - lanarkshire.communities@phoenix-futures.org.uk) and 'Scottish Residential Service' (scottish.residential@phoenix-futures.org.uk) provide peer support, group work, counselling, and leisure activities.

Counselling, Alcohol workers, Drugs workers, Education/training, Leisure facilities