Author: charlie.leighton
How Economic Instability is Fuelling the Causes of Homelessness
At St Martin-in-the-Fields Charity, we believe everyone deserves a safe place to call home. Yet, economic challenges continue to push many people into difficult, unstable housing situations. And too many are left without the support they need to regain security and stability. In this article, we explore some of the key economic causes of homelessness,…
How Homeless Prevention Grants and Funds Make a Difference
All too often, people fall into homelessness simply because they are unable to afford a month’s rent or the cost of a deposit. Homeless prevention grants play a crucial role by providing short-term, emergency funding which helps people secure or keep a safe place to live. In the longer term, homeless prevention funds aim to…
Navigating Mental Health and Homelessness Challenges
The relationship between mental health and homelessness is deeply interconnected, with each often exacerbating the other. Mental health issues can not only lead to homelessness but also be worsened by structural factors like lack of support, poverty, and housing instability. In this blog, we explore the complex link between mental health and homelessness and highlight…
Youth Homelessness in the UK: Help Build a Brighter Future
Understand the causes, experiences of different groups, and how you can make a difference
