Homeless Bank Account No fixed address no problem Banks typically require photo ID, such as a passport or drivers licence, as well as proof of address, such as a council tax or energy bill, to open an account but with the new HSBC service, the charity’s address can be used instead. Contact us if you…
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The question of “should I give money?” is really is a choice that you need to make for yourself. However, if you choose to give someone money, what that money gets spent on is no longer in your control. When you give a server a tip at a restaurant you don’t get to dictate that…
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It is the time for hot chocolate and cozy blankets, perfect to stay inside…for those who have a home.
It is worth remembering that luxury items many of us take for granted are out of the question for people struggling to put food on the table.
You can also play a big part in helping people less fortunate than yourself get the items they need. Hosting a collection at your school, church or business can bring people together, raise awareness and do a good deed all at the same time.
If you are receiving state benefits you are still allowed to volunteer. However, there are some rules that you need to be aware of to make sure that your volunteering doesn’t have an impact on the benefits you receive. This guidance aims to help you start volunteering by giving an overview of what you need…
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We find ourselves in very challenging times as we put in place plans to keep the people who use our services, those most vulnerable in society, who are in a high risk and vulnerable group regarding the impact of Covid-19 (Coronavirus) PLEASE DONATE TO OUR FUNDRAISING We already have incurred additional costs in order to…
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Becoming homeless can happen to anyone. A person may be homeless if they are: staying with friends or family staying in a hostel staying in a bed and breakfast living in very overcrowded conditions at risk of violence if they stay in their home living in poor conditions that…
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Belfast And Lisburn Community Project is a nonpartisan organisation in Northern Ireland committed to preventing and ending homelessness in our community and to support family in need. helps people in housing need by providing advice and practical assistance. We believe that a decent secure home is a fundamental right and essential to the health and…
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You can still claim benefits if you’re sleeping on the streets or in a hostel, even if you don’t have a fixed address or a bank account. If you don’t have a fixed address You can usually claim certain benefits even if you don’t have a fixed address. If you’re entitled to claim, you could…
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Belfast And Lisburn Community Project is making an urgent appeal for donations to help those affected by food poverty. The food donated will be given to support vulnerable families and homeless people, some of the food will be distributed to some of the other homeless charities for the homeless. For further information please contact: admin@balcproject.org.uk…
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