Changing Lives Responds to the Repeal of the Vagrancy Act
In June the Vagrancy Act was repealed, ending almost two hundred years of legislation that criminalised people simply for sleeping rough.
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We use our voice to speak up about homelessness because we've been on the frontline of it for over 55 years. This is what we're doing and saying. For media enquiries, get in touch with our Communications Team.
Changing Lives gratefully receive loan from SASC to help people they support transition to independent living
We have secured a £2,510,000 loan from Social and Sustainable Capital (SASC) through its Social and Sustainable Housing Fund II (SASH II), to purchase homes to accommodate people moving on from our supported accommodation
How Professional Curiosity Prevents Exploitation 🤲
Here's how one of our Changing Lives teams recognised the signs to prevent exploiation and harm in one of our young people's supported accommodation projects.
The Power of Person-Centred Support
Beyond just a place to stay, our work at Changing Lives is about person-centred support to help people to make a real and lasting change in their lives.
Making a Difference in Westminster
Our work is about more than just a place to say - it's about regaining confidence, independence and building community.
The UKs Long-Awaited Unified Landlord Register
Everyone deserves a suitable and safe place to call home, including survivors of sexual exploitation. A briefing from the Adult Sexual Exploitation (ASE) Partnership one year ago revealed that women facing ASE are at a higher risk of hidden homelessness and often enter ‘sex for rent’ arrangements, where housing/accommodation is provided for free or at a discount in exchange for sexual services.
A Day in the Life in the Homeless Response Service, North Tyneside & Northumberland
Hear about a day in the life of a worker in our Homeless Response Service.
Meet Senior Support Worker Taz
Taz is our Senior Support Worker at Harbour View, a supported accommodation for young people. He spoke to us about his recent promotion, and how he has progressed at Changing Lives.
Meet our Project Lead Eleanor
Our Project Lead at Erimus House Eleanor spoke to us about what her new role looks like...
Changing Lives Respond to Spending Review 2025
This week's announcement of a £39 billion investment in affordable housing marks a welcome and long overdue shift in national policy.
Bibby House Refurbishment Secures £346,600 Funding Boost
Gateshead Council’s funding bid to the Veteran’s Capital Housing Fund has been successful, with the full £346,600 awarded to refurbish Bibby House - a Gateshead based supported housing scheme for veterans.
Changing Lives gratefully receives support from Avison Young to help with vital North East projects.
Changing Lives is proud to announce our partnership with real estate firm Avison Young, which will provide essential support to several life-changing initiatives across the North East.