C4ws Homeless Project

Our core activity is the running of a cold weather shelter for 16 guests (homeless men and women (over 18)) at a time from November to March inclusive. In conjunction with the shelter, which provides dinner, a bed and breakfast, we also provide welfare help aimed at securing sustainable long term accommodation for each guest, ideally after 28 days. This may involve sorting out identity papers (passports etc.) and immigration status; ensuring that all entitlements to welfare benefits are claimed; English language tuition; and assisting in finding employment (the Jobs Club). Increasingly it has involved continuing help in the form of mentoring and a hosting scheme “Home from Home” (whereby guests stay in a volunteer’s home for a more extended period). In conjunction with Kings Cross Methodist Church (since January 2023, with Chalk Farm Salvation Army) we also run a Friday Club, providing lunch, social contact and occasional summer trips to the seaside.