Specialist support for rough sleepers
Single people who are homeless and rough sleeping or at risk often have multiple problems and finding accommodation is only one area where they require support. In Oxfordshire specialist support services are commissioned via the Oxfordshire Homeless Alliance. Supported Housing is available in the City and Districts, this includes:
- 24 hour staffing
- Access to specialist medical services
- Food and clothing provided if necessary
- Places for clients with dogs
Support and assistance can also be accessed from the following organisations
- The Beacon Centre, St Mary's Centre, Horsefair, Banbury, OX16 0AA is open Monday to Thursday from 10am to 12pm. Those vulnerably housed or homeless can access their service for hot drinks, snacks and advice from agencies such as Connections Outreach Support, CDC Housing, DWP and Turning Point.
- In Bicester, Turning Point run a drop in at The Methodist Church, Bell Ln, Bicester OX26 6JQ on Friday from 10am to 2pm, with Connections attending from 12pm to 2pm
- Young people aged 18 to 25 can access drop-in support from BYHP at 2 Chandos Close, Banbury, OX16 4TL