What to do if you see someone sleeping rough
StreetLink London
StreetLink London exists to help end rough sleeping in the capital by enabling members of the public to connect people sleeping rough with the local services that can support them.
Sleeping outside is always dangerous, but extreme winter temperatures can kill. When the weather is forecast to drop below zero degrees, SWEP ensures that vulnerable people are protected.
How does it work?
If you are concerned about someone over the age of 18 that you have seen sleeping rough in London, contact Streetlink.
It is important to note that if you think the person you are concerned about is under 18 please do not contact StreetLink but instead call the police on 999.
Website: www.streetlink.org.uk
Mobile app: ‘StreetLink’ from Apple iTunes / Google Play store
Phone: 0300 500 0914
More homelessness services in the Greenwich area:
Homeless and Asylum-seekers Health Visiting Service
Homeless and Asylum-Seekers Health Visiting Service is a service for homeless families and asylum seekers with children aged 0-19. It is a health visiting service that provides an assessment for health needs, short-term interventions, and mainstream health services.
Contact Homeless and Asylum-Seekers Health Visiting Service
020 8301 8923 or 020 8301 8962
Lewisham Refugee and Migrant Network (LRMN)
LRMN helps people resolve issues around immigration, housing and welfare benefits. Our services are open to people facing destitution, homelessness and have no access to public safety nets. For referrals, please click below.
020 8694 0323.
Alone in London
Alone in London is an organization that works with people aged 16-25 who are at risk of homelessness. Their mission is to enable people to make informed choices about their life and supporting people and their families to respond to crisis situations in their life. They offer the following services:
- Housing advice
- Family mediation
- Mind Connect (counseling)
- Early intervention in schools and colleges
Contact their Housing Advice Team
0207 278 4224
alshousingadvice@depaulcharity.org.uk
Housing Resettlement Services
Housing Resettlement Services works in Greenwich to provide housing support for people who are vulnerable. They make sure you get the help you need by providing an assessment for you and then providing you with the following types of support:
- advising and assisting with different housing options
- managing money, claiming benefits and sorting out debts, including rent arrears and council tax debt
- registering with a doctor, or getting help from other services
- putting people in touch with education, training or work opportunities
- putting people in touch with cultural and community groups.
Contact Housing Inclusion Services
020 8921 2863
Or visit Royal Borough of Greenwich Housing Support
Sanctuary Scheme
Sanctuary Scheme was developed by Royal Greenwich Housing for victims and survivors of domestic violence and abuse. Sanctuary Scheme works to keep victims in their home in order to maintain their established emotional/social networks and avoid homelessness. Sanctuary Scheme provides security upgrades to properties, which can include the installation of new doors, safe rooms if necessary, and other security equipment.
Contact Greenwich DVA Services
020 8317 8273
Housing Options
The Housing Options service provided by the Royal Borough of Greenwich provides those 18 years or older facing homelessness with advice and assistance. Caseworkers will discuss your circumstances and explore the different options that are available to you.
Contact Housing Options
020 8921 2863
housing-options-support@royalgreenwich.gov.uk
Thames Reach Greenwich
Thames Reach Greenwich is a supported housing pathway for men and women who are homeless and are experiencing drug addiction, alcohol abuse, and/or offending. Support with accommodation is provided to those assessed suitable and those who are willing to work towards addressing their needs. Thames Reach gives residents up to 13 weeks in an Assessment Centre, before moving on in the pathway for a maximum of 9 months.
Contact the Lead Manager, Bianca Shand
020 8317 8632
thames_reach_greenwich@thamesreach.org.uk
Or visit www.thamesreach.org.uk
Simba Housing Association
The Simba Housing Association works directly with the Royal Borough of Greenwich and provides supported housing to young single homeless people from the African/African Carribean community in Greenwich.
Contact Jefferson Williams / Sheila Ahiaba
020 8844 0488
Or visit Simba Housing Association
Shelter
Shelter is an organisation that exists to defend the right to a safe home, because home is everything. They help millions of people each year struggling with poor housing or homlessness through:
- Housing Advice
- Housing Support
- Legal Support
Contact Shelter
0808 800 4444
