Accommodation

Missionaries of Charity - Gift of Love

Who is the project for?

Who do we help?

Single homeless men aged 25+ with low support needs, particularly those who have been sleeping rough and have no recourse to public funds. No local connection required.

Who we cannot help

No automatic exclusions.

Gender

Mixed

Minimum age accepted

25

Maximum age accepted

55

How to get a referral

Referral agencies

Accept self referrals and referrals from any agency.

Referral procedure

Take enquiries from 4pm Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday. Do not accept referrals on Thursdays or Sundays.

Length of stay

Minimum stay

≤ 1 Month

Maximum stay

3-6 Months

Support and accommodation

Support offered

6 Missionaries of Charity Sisters and volunteers, with sleep-in volunteers at night. Meet residents basic needs of bed, food, clothing and toiletries. Teamwork includes food preparation, laying tables, washing up, laundry. Residents are expected to attend regular house meetings and are free to join in the daily prayer.

Total spaces

38

Units

In 2, 4 and 7 bed rooms.

Further information

Public transport

Lambeth North or Elephant & Castle tubes - 5 mins walk. Buses 12, 53, 148, 188, 344, C10.