Hi guys I need some advice or contact numbers for homeless organisations.
There is a young girl outside co-op on barlow moor rd, she's called Sam and has a dog with her. The poor girl is shivering like mad, I've asked her to stay put for a bit whilst I try an arrange some help for her.
It's absolutely freezing outside tonight!! Does anyone have any numbers I can ring and try and get somewhere for her to stay tonight?
Thanks in advance xx
Carly V. replied:
0161 234 5001 is the council's emergency rough sleeper team. It's highly unlikely they'll come and collect her but can signpost to where there might be beds. When you say young how young? She can go to the Young People's Support Foundation on Oldham St tomorrow and access services if she's under 24, they can assess her and find emergency accomodation. Number is 0161 228 7654.
Are there any local groups, charities, organisations who need a willing volunteer? Nothing too physical as I have mobility issues, but I'm enthusiastic, an ace admin, cake maker type person who has free time and would like to help out somewhere? :)
Kate M. replied:
Sounds like you've got loads of useful skills. Can I suggest you have a look at www.ypsf.co.uk. We are a charity working with young homeless based in Northern Quarter.