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Warmth, nourishment and compassion and practical supports

 

Bexley Winter Shelter is a registered charity that operates across Bexley Borough throughout the year. Although we exist to provide help and support for those affected by homelessness in the Borough of Bexley, we are not affiliated with the Local Authority. Anyone wishing to access our services may be required to attend a short assessment to ensure we are able to meet 

More about the Winter Shelter   

If you see or are someone who is sleeping rough please submit details to Streetlink at www.streetlink.org.uk. See their guide here.
If you are homeless and would welcome a warm bed, friendly faces and a hot evening meal, call us or use the contact form to get in touch.*Contact form and details
Do you have a heart for the homeless and are you willing to give up a few hours a week during the winter months to serve and help our guests?*How to volunteer
There are many ways you can support us, by giving financial donations, gifting useful items, and by providing your time and skills.*Ways you can support us

Helping Bexley's Homeless

About the Shelter
The Shelter is run by a team of volunteers. Comfortable bedding and breakfast is provided in a safe, warm and secure environment. *More details about the Shelter
What people say
Our guests tell us how much they appreciate the effort that goes in to providing them with a safe, warm haven through the winter months. We also get feedback from our volunteers which is overwhelmingly positive.*Feedback from guests and volunteers

Quick links

Below are some quick links to popular pages on the site and helpful information:
Arrange an assessment Shelter rules Dinner menus and signup Frequently Asked Questions Privacy and confidentiality Factual information about homelessness

Signposting

We can help point you in the right direction for further help and assistance. Here are some links for local services:
Streetlink LB Bexley Rough Sleeping Team BCVS Help with addictions and mental health Claiming eligible benefits Bexley Food Bank

Make a donation

Please help support our work by making a donation. You can give a one-off gift, or set up a monthly or yearly recurring donation. You can also make a Gift Aid declaration. Any amount will be gratefully received and will make a real difference to people's lives in Bexley.
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Meals served since 2017
5,040
Street sleeps prevented
2,520

Working in partnership

Please note that the Bexley Winter Shelter will be operating a different format this year, we do not require assistance with accommodation or evening meals as our principal service to the homeless community and those at risk of homelessness will continue to be the drop-in at the Sea Cadets' Hall at Trinity Place: 10am-2pm Mondays and Tuesdays (Please see this website for details on how to support the drop-in).