"Crisis supports those experiencing homelessness all year round but winter is time that the charity needs extra help; it estimates that more than 83,000 families and individuals are experiencing the worst forms of homelessness, including sleeping on the streets and in cars. As well as many people feeling isolated at a time of year when others are celebrating with family, the cold and wet weather over the festive period increase the chances of those sleeping rough developing hypothermia and other illnesses."
"Crisis will be opening up three hotels in London to help provide warmth, companionship and support services to Londoners who would be sleeping rough over December and January. Volunteers are needed to help these projects run, so as part of its Christmas appeal, the charity is asking for help with everything from delivering essentials to keeping the spaces safe and tidy."
Crisis supports people experiencing homelessness year-round and requires extra help during winter. The charity estimates more than 83,000 families and individuals face the worst forms of homelessness, including sleeping on streets and in cars. Cold, wet weather and festive isolation increase risks of hypothermia and other illnesses among those sleeping rough. Crisis will open three hotels in London to provide warmth, companionship and support services for people who would otherwise be rough sleeping in December and January. Volunteers are needed to deliver essentials and keep spaces safe and tidy. Donations are welcomed and more information is available at crisis.org.uk.
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