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Street Support Network @streetsupport.net · 5d

Every Street Support site is powered by local people who care about ending homelessness in their community.

We provide the platform and support. You bring the local knowledge and passion.

Together, we make help easier to find.

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Street Support Network @streetsupport.net · 8d

Could your area benefit from a Street Support site?

We work with local partnerships and councils to set up local online hubs that help people find support quickly and easily.

If you’d like to explore bringing Street Support to your area, get in touch 😊

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Street Support Network @streetsupport.net · 11d

Street Support Network connects people and organisations working to reduce homelessness.

Behind every listing is a charity or group doing vital work in your area.

Together, we make it easier to find help and give help.

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Street Support Network @streetsupport.net · Sep 3

Feeling overwhelmed? Start with one step.

Street Support Network shows that help is out there, and where to start.

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Street Support Network @streetsupport.net · Sep 1

Want to see your city on Street Support Network?

We work with councils, combined authorities, and community groups to bring local services together in one place, making it easier for people to find nearby help.

If your area isn’t part of Street Support yet, reach us on hello@streetsupport.net

Street Support Network @streetsupport.net · Aug 29

Homelessness looks different in every town and city.

That’s why Street Support Network works locally, linking people straight to nearby organisations that can help.

Help is out there – right where you are.

streetsupport.net/fi...

Street Support Network @streetsupport.net · Aug 7

Please know you do not have to be experiencing homelessness to access help on Street Support Network.

Thousands of services on our website are there for people who are struggling by any means... with rent, food, bills, mental health, or just getting by.

Don’t wait.

streetsupport.net/find-help

Find Help - Street Support

Street support makes it easier to help people facing homelessness. Find help relevant to your needs.

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Street Support Network @streetsupport.net · Jul 24

Want to make it easier for people to find help in your area?

Street Support Network connects people to help and organisations to each other.

✔️ Local, co-branded hubs
✔️ Owned by the community
✔️ Built for prevention and dignity

Find out more by popping us an email at

[email protected]

Street Support Network @streetsupport.net · Jul 24

@streetwiseopera.bsky.social has launched Opera Pioneers — a PAID programme for people with lived experience of homelessness to explore behind-the-scenes roles in theatre and opera. Includes mentoring & placements in Producing, Marketing, Front of House & more.

🔗 streetwiseopera.org/announcing-o...

Announcing our Opera Pioneers programme

A short, mentored programme designed for people with lived experience of homelessness to take their first steps in exploring careers in the opera and wider performing arts sector, specifically in behi...

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Street Support Network @streetsupport.net · Jul 22

If today was hard, if you’re stressed about housing, money, or just holding everything together, you’re not on your own.

Street Support Network connects you to local help that’s available now, not just when you're in a crisis.

Take a breath.

Then take a look at: streetsupport.net/find-help

Find Help - Street Support

Street support makes it easier to help people facing homelessness. Find help relevant to your needs.

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Street Support Network @streetsupport.net · Jul 17

You don’t need all the answers to help someone facing homelessness. Just point them to: streetsupport.net/find-help

There they'll find local services offering food, housing advice, mental health support and more.

✅ Free to use
✅ No sign-up needed
✅ Listings regularly checked and updated

Find Help - Street Support

Street support makes it easier to help people facing homelessness. Find help relevant to your needs.

streetsupport.net

Street Support Network @streetsupport.net · Jul 15

We’re looking for new trustees to help shape the future of Street Support Network 💚

Trustee experience, finance or fundraising skills a bonus!

Details: streetsupport.net/about/jobs/t...

To apply please send a CV and a short cover letter to [email protected]

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Street Support Network @streetsupport.net · Jul 11

Why do local and combined authorities across the UK use Street Support Network?

You get your own online hub which hosts a directory of support services, localised advice, and info about how you can give help.

Fancy chat about bringing Street Support to your area? Email matt@streetsupport.net

Street Support Network @streetsupport.net · Jul 10

In Wolverhampton and Coventry, our pilot Virtual Assistant is now live!

You can stay anonymous whilst finding local help quicker and easier than ever. No judgement. No shame. Just clear, practical support information when you need it most.

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Street Support Network @streetsupport.net · Jul 9

Homelessness IS NOT about bad choices. It’s about struggling systems, trauma, and lack of support.

Street Support Network exists to connect people to the help they deserve; with dignity and without judgment.

Everyone deserves a safe place to call home.

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Street Support Network @streetsupport.net · Jul 7

Street Support Network helps people find local support when they need it most.

✔️ No log-in required
✔️ No details asked for
✔️ Just clear, up-to-date info, trusted by frontline workers and people at risk

Explore support near you by visiting streetsupport.net/find-help/

Find Help - Street Support

Street support makes it easier to help people facing homelessness. Find help relevant to your needs.

streetsupport.net

Street Support Network @streetsupport.net · Jul 3

Our AI For Social Good webinar is now online!

We shared how we're using AI to support comms, save time, and improve access to help for our users...with our human values embedded throughout the process.

Check it out here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=wPZ2...

AI for Social Good: helping you help more people

YouTube video by Street Support

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Street Support Network @streetsupport.net · Jun 21

Homelessness isn’t always rough sleeping.

🏠 It might mean sofa surfing
🏨 Staying in temporary accommodation
🚪 Facing eviction

Wherever you're sleeping at night, there's support available. Street Support Network helps people find local support services.

Learn more at streetsupport.net

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Street Support Network @streetsupport.net · Jun 18

It’s HOT this week so please look out for anyone struggling outside.

💧 Offer water
🧴 Share sunscreen or items that give shade
👋 Smile and say hello
⚠️ Watch for heat exhaustion (dizziness, confusion)

Call 999 if it feels urgent and for non-urgent help: streetlink.org.uk

Kindness can save lives 💚

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Street Support Network @streetsupport.net · Jun 18

What if your city had one trusted website that people could go to find local support services?

That’s what Street Support offers... and we’re growing.

Want to bring this to your area? Get in touch for a chat:

admin@streetsupport.net

Street Support Network @streetsupport.net · Jun 16

No one should have to face homelessness.

But help IS out there.

Street Support Network connects you to local support services, housing, food, mental health and more.

Find help near you today: streetsupport.net/fi...

Street Support Network @streetsupport.net · Jun 13

Curious how AI tools like ChatGPT are helping small charities work smarter and avoid burnout?

We'd love it if you'd join us for our upcoming practical webinar, Thursday 26 June, 10:30–12:00.

🎟 Register: www.eventbrite.co.uk...

Street Support Network @streetsupport.net · Jun 12

This 🙌

Well said @west-midlands.streetsupport.net

Street Support West Midlands @west-midlands.streetsupport.net · Jun 10

📢 Rough sleeping is set to be decriminalised by 2026, ending the 200-year-old Vagrancy Act. A welcome step, but real change needs housing, support, and prevention too. More on BBC News Website: www.bbc.com/news/art...

Rough sleeping to be decriminalised in England and Wales

The government plans to scrap the Vagrancy Act and bring in laws to focus on crimes like organised begging by gangs.

www.bbc.com

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Street Support Network @streetsupport.net · Jun 9

You don’t have to be experiencing homelessness to use our site.

If you’re struggling to pay rent, worried about bills, or just not sure where to turn, support is out there.

And the sooner you reach out, the better.

We’re here to help before things reach crisis point.

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Street Support Network @streetsupport.net · Jun 6

Want to join a small, passionate team to help make help services more accessible?

We’re growing and would love to add some new trustees to our board to help us operate and innovate.

Email matt@streetsupport.net or read the full job ad here: streetsupport.net/ab...