Homelessness
Crisis UK opens Christmas centres across London and Newcastle from 22-30 December that offer vital companionship, hot meals and warmth, and a wide range of essential services that homeless people often miss out on.
What can I do as a volunteer?
There are lots of things you could do - here are some ideas:
- General volunteers welcome guests, serve food, sort bedding or just make sure things go to plan
- Logistics volunteers co-ordinate food deliveries, volunteer as drivers or navigators and input data
- Service volunteers give guests access to services they usually miss out on. Crisis are looking for medical professionals, advice practitioners, hairdressers, alternative therapists, caterers, dog handlers and many more
- Activities and entertainment volunteers such as performers, musicians, magicians and sports trainers to help to inspire and entertain guests at the centres
How much time can I do it for?
The centres are open from 22-30 December. Volunteers are asked to sign up to a minimum of two shifts on two separate days and are welcome to apply for more should they wish.
How do I apply?
To find out more and to apply visit the Crisis website or telephone 0300 636 1000.
If you don't live in London
You can still volunteer for a homeless charity – and not just at Christmas either. Take a look at our own suggestions for what you can do.