Homelessness is at an all-time high. New data from St Mungo’s finds that 17% of people know someone facing a form of homelessness this Christmas
We conducted a survey about how close the reality of homelessness is to people and their loved ones this Christmas. The findings are sobering.
17% of people polled know someone facing a form of homelessness this festive season.
And a fifth of people polled have either been in temporary accommodation this year or knows someone who has. Not only that, but one in ten of those dealing with housing instability or risk of homelessness are employed.
While these numbers might seem shocking to some, it does not surprise us at St Mungo’s. Homelessness is at an all-time high at the moment, including record numbers of people rough sleeping, which is up 26% this year and 74% since 2010.
Homelessness can affect anyone, and with the impact of the cost of living crisis, it’s a worry for so many of us.
If you’re worried about losing your home or if you’re facing a housing crisis, there are steps you can take to keep your accommodation.
If you find yourself sleeping rough, support is available. To find out more about what to do in a housing crisis, click the link below.
If you’re interested in supporting the work that we do at St Mungo’s, why not consider donating or volunteering for us?
Whether you can offer funds or time, your support can make all the difference in the recovery of the people we support.
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