Bournemouth
Faithworks runs a variety of projects in Bournemouth helping people make positive moves away from homelessness. We also have excellent links with the Trussell Trust Foodbanks in Bournemouth, and are now providing Community Money Advice support at each of those hubs.
Help and support across Bournemouth
Half-time, Helpline and Connection Stations
Half-time is open for hour long appointments for those trying to get off the streets. Support includes access to hot showers, lockers, snacks, toiletries, phone charging and the opportunity to talk through issues. We work closely with the St Mungo’s team. To book an appointment please call the Helpline on the number below.
Our Helpline is open Monday – Friday, 10am – 2pm (except bank holidays): 07842 174241
We link up with other agencies to provide Connection Stations at safe places for those affected by homelessness.
Find out more about our Half-time service and Connection Stations below.
CMA at Bournemouth Foodbanks
We love working with our friends at Bournemouth Foodbank (run by Trussell Trust). Faithworks CMA (Community Money Advice) team have trained volunteer Budget Coaches and Debt Advisors to work in each of the Bournemouth Foodbank hubs (see links below).
When you arrive at the Foodbank, if you need help with your finances, ask to see a CMA volunteer.
Other useful links
We work in partnership with many key agencies in Bournemouth. You can find details of all the food settings locally, including Foodbanks we work with, below:
- St George’s Foodbank Centre, 118 Haviland Road, Boscombe, BH7 6HW
- Bournemouth Community Church (Life House), 711-715 Wimborne Road, BH9 2AU
- Citygate Community Hub, 138A Holdenhurst Rd, BH8 8AS
- Kinson Foodbank is at St. Andrews, Kinson, BH10 7LN
- Southbourne Foodbank is at Immanuel church, 120 Southbourne Rd, BH6 3QJ
Bournemouth FAQs
Faithworks News & Events
Still Inspiring: Celebrating Volunteer Barry’s 90th Birthday
Trainees, volunteers and staff recently came together at The Carpentry Workshop to celebrate Barry’s milestone 90th birthday. Barry first heard about the Faithworks Training Carpentry Workshop during a talk at his church. His immediate
Safesleep100 – give £10 per month to help someone off the streets
Safesleep100 Summer Campaign. For someone experiencing homelessness, a safe place to stay can mean the difference between crisis and a fresh start. The Safesleep initiative funds emergency overnight accommodation, giving people a safe place to rest and
SMILE’s Free Lone Parent Fair Reaches a Milestone 10th Year
We were delighted to see over 200 people at the 10th SMILE Lone Parent Fair, including 60 families, 76 volunteers and a further 15 children and young people volunteering! This year’s fair included a
Still Inspiring: Celebrating Volunteer Barry’s 90th Birthday
Trainees, volunteers and staff recently came together at The Carpentry Workshop to celebrate Barry’s milestone 90th birthday. Barry first heard about the Faithworks Training Carpentry Workshop during a talk at his church. His immediate
Safesleep100 – give £10 per month to help someone off the streets
Safesleep100 Summer Campaign. For someone experiencing homelessness, a safe place to stay can mean the difference between crisis and a fresh start. The Safesleep initiative funds emergency overnight accommodation, giving people a safe place to rest and
SMILE’s Free Lone Parent Fair Reaches a Milestone 10th Year
We were delighted to see over 200 people at the 10th SMILE Lone Parent Fair, including 60 families, 76 volunteers and a further 15 children and young people volunteering! This year’s fair included a
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