ABOVE : Amanda James , volunteer for many years . ABOVE : Heather , another volunteer .
people ’ s lives , offering opportunity and hope to those who come through our front door . People often arrive at rock bottom , alone and unable to see a way forward . Soon they realise that there are people who really care about them and with support there is a brighter future ahead .”
After navigating the pandemic ’ s challenging times , The Winchester Beacon is planning for the future . The charity is eager to continue the
Ian , a resident . .
momentum of the last 18 months in tackling homelessness nationally .
Michèle concluded : “ The Winchester Beacon aims to give hope to each individual , whilst trying to stop people experiencing the trauma and ignominy of homelessness . We light a pathway to more permanent and stable accommodation and that helping hand continues long after residents move out .” winchesterbeacon . org . uk
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The support I have received from The Winchester Beacon has been immense , it ’ s turned my life around . I am the happiest I have been for 20 or 30 years . I don ’ t believe that I will ever be homeless again . I believe that I now have the skills and the support to make sure that it doesn ’ t happen .
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Ian recently moved to his own flat having stayed at one of the charity ’ s houses for a year . In that time , he was given support with his mental and physical health and to find employment and accommodation . www . residentmagazine . co . uk Resident 33