Caring Hands

About Caring Hands

Those referred to us can receive food parcels, toiletry packs, bedding, clothing, and blankets free of charge depending on their circumstances. We have resources available for individuals who are street homeless or sofa surfing, such as sleeping bags and backpacks.  

People can also receive a free hot meal twice a week at the Caring Hands Diner. We support all in genuine need on a referral basis. Referrals include people on low incomes, those in severe debt and with benefits issues, single-parent families, ex-offenders, families of offenders, street homeless/homeless, people with substance misuse issues and mental health problems, and also in crisis situations such as illness, injury, relationship breakdown, and bereavement.

Caring Hands networks with nearly 100 community organisations including Rooftop Housing, John Martin’s Charitable Trust, St Richard’s Hospice, Citizen’s Advice, CCP homeless outreach, Swanswell, the NHS, Social  Workers, Probation Services and many local churches.