Posts Tagged ‘Hampshire’
More Than a Setback: Why Every Attempt at Recovery Matters
“I was always considered a serial relapser. I think I am a serial trier.” It is one of the simplest lines in Joe’s story, but perhaps one of the most powerful. Two ways of describing the same person. One focuses on what went wrong. The other recognises something equally important: the fact that, despite…
Read MoreGoing beyond the kindness of a coffee: How your donations help end homelessness
A warm coffee, a friendly smile or a kind conversation can make someone’s day. Small acts of kindness matter, particularly for someone experiencing homelessness. But what does it take to make a lasting difference? At The Society of St James (SSJ), we know that people want to see an end to homelessness. We also understand…
Read More“They saw me for me, not just my problems”: Why consistency matters
For someone experiencing homelessness, finding somewhere safe to stay is an important first step. But rebuilding a life takes more than a roof over your head. It takes time, trust and people who are willing to stand by you. For Joe, one of the most important things about the support he receives from The Society…
Read MoreThe bed is the beginning: What happens after someone comes off the street?
For someone experiencing homelessness, finding a safe place to sleep can change everything. But what happens next? In our Christmas Appeal film for 2026, we meet Joe, whose story reflects the real experiences of people supported by The Society of St James (SSJ). One moment captures something simple but powerful: Joe standing at a sink,…
Read MoreSSJ has been quietly delivering results for years – now we need to shout about it!
For more than 50 years, the Society of St James has been helping people move away from homelessness and towards a more positive future – one person at a time. What began as a night shelter in Southampton has grown into a charity supporting people across Hampshire, wherever people experiencing homelessness need help. Why our…
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Care Homes: Supporting People Beyond Homelessness For some people, moving away from homelessness is only the beginning of their journey towards stability. At the Society of St James (SSJ), we understand that overcoming homelessness does not always mean that someone no longer needs support. For many vulnerable adults, there can be ongoing challenges linked to…
Read MoreHow Art Helped Someone Find Peace From Addiction
After fighting addiction for 25 years, a person who we support describes how art has helped them to move past addiction and find hope. After years of relapse, the individual found abstinence, peace of mind and calmness through art. Today we showcase their work, and how using their creativity, through drawing portraits, has helped them…
Read MoreHampshire Recovery Sports Day
Mark your calendars for Saturday, 19th September 2026, as we come together to celebrate Recovery Month! Brought to you by Inclusion, Recovery Connections Hampshire, the Society of St James, Intuitive Thinking Skills, B.More, Steps Within, and Ambition Portsmouth, this free event brings together local recovery organisations, and individuals from across Hampshire for a day centered on…
Read MoreMaking Hep C History in Portsmouth
World Hepatitis Day provides an opportunity to celebrate a significant milestone for Portsmouth. Through the dedication of partner organisations, frontline teams and people with lived experience, the city has achieved hepatitis C micro-elimination within its adult drug and alcohol treatment service. This achievement is about much more than statistics. It reflects months of partnership working…
Read MoreHow Accommodation Based Support Empowers the Journey Out of Homelessness
The path to independent living isn’t always a straight line; more often than not, it is a journey taken one steady step at a time. Within our mission to tackle homelessness, the Accommodation Based Support service serves as a vital bridge for individuals transitioning toward long-term stability. Operating across eight properties in Southampton, this service…
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