Other useful services provided by local churches and charities:
The Portsmouth branch of the Citizens Advice Bureau is often a good place to start, as they can point people in the direction of other agencies.
St Simon’s Church, Waverley Road, Southsea, runs Sunday Suppers (hot meals for the homeless) on Sunday evenings, and Breakthru, a self-help group, on a Friday.
Portsmouth Foyer offers accommodation and help for homeless young people.
The Roberts Centre, in Portsmouth, was initially created by a bequest to a former Bishop of Portsmouth. It offers help for families faced with issues of homelessness and relationship breakdown.
The You Trust, in Portsmouth, helps vulnerable people with issues relating to welfare reform, mental health, debt, housing and employment.
Church Housing Trust supports the rehabilitation and resettlement of homeless people of all ages and backgrounds.