The number of people rough-sleeping or living in unsuitable temporary accommodation (the hidden homeless) continues to rise.  At the last count in Autumn 2017, Luton identified 87 rough-sleepers on the night - up 14% from 2016, and Bedford 76 - up 29% on the previous year.

No one makes a conscious decision to live on the streets, many suffer with mental ill health following tragic life events.  Most say it is a very scary time.  YMCA Bedfordshire work to give people the support they need to get them back on their feet, reintegrate with society and live independently. 

Giving to this cause will help YMCA Bedfordshire to do more to help relieve homelessness.

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