Posts Tagged ‘SSJ’
“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 MoreWhy do so many people struggling with homelessness have a history of poor mental health?
What happens when life simply becomes too much? For many people experiencing homelessness, the story starts long before they lose their home. It can begin with: Childhood trauma Domestic abuse Poor mental health Relationship breakdown Unemployment or financial pressure A lack of support And it can happen to anyone. Someone can have a university degree,…
Read MoreOur Christmas Advent Calendar Is Here!
Christmas is coming! Our virtual advent calendar is launching on our social media channels today, featuring original poetry written by people with lived experience and performed by service users, volunteers and members of the SSJ team.
Read MoreLenny’s Heartwarming Journey: Climbing for a Cause
Inspired by the IOM Snowdon trip, committed and brave fundraiser, Lenny Court, aged 9, also decided to climb Mount Snowdon in July to raise funds to support people who have been rough sleeping. Lenny has been supporting our work since he was 5 collecting donations to help the homeless starting with 100 coats in 2019,…
Read MoreFundraising – How to Support Us
Welcome to the first in a new series of blogs about how you can fundraise for SSJ. As a charity that supports people affected by homelessness and complex issues such as a history of trauma with subsequent alcohol dependency or drug addiction, we are always looking for ways to brighten up the lives of the…
Read MoreSSJ Featured in PCC Update
SSJ Operations Director Nicky Wilsenham has been featured in an update by the Association of Police Crime Commissioners Office. Nicky said: “The support received from the PCC’s office is invaluable and allows staff to offer a trauma-informed, strength-based approach to individuals with a history of homelessness and/or substance misuse issues. “Individuals with complex needs are…
Read MoreChristmas: Behind the scenes
It’s been a busy few months as we go from another lockdown and into the Christmas season. Across our projects we are putting in an effort to make Christmas as joyous as possible for people who have a history of homelessness and addiction.
Read MoreChristmas Appeal Update
We are aware that times are hard for most people right now and that is why we are delighted that we have been able to meet our first target of £5,000 for our Christmas Meal Appeal. The first week saw unprecedented support from supporters across the South, helping us reach more than £1,000 within the…
Read MoreSSJ supported by transatlantic law firm
Law Firm Support Makes a Difference Here at SSJ we are extremely lucky to be supported by so many socially minded local businesses and included in this are the wonderful team at the Southampton offices of transatlantic law firm, Womble Bond Dickinson. Last year the team raised a significant amount of money, matched by funding…
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