Homelessness
Health for Homeless Service
Provides healthcare services to homeless people across CIOS. Patients can self-refer, with drop-in clinics run on most weekdays in Truro, Camborne and Penzance. Medical advice and treatment is available including immunisations, health promotion, mental health, shared care, hostel detox, dental care, foot care and housing solutions. Patients are encouraged to register to receive treatment.
Call (01872) 221 240 for more information and to check availability.
W: https://www.cornwallft.nhs.uk/health-for-homeless/
St Petroc’s
Local charity working with homeless people in Cornwall to help find accommodation and provide advice on housing, benefits and independent living. Food and clothes stores are available, as well as laundry, shower and storage facilities.
Two resource centres:
- Truro Resource Centre*: (01872) 264 153
- Breadline Centre (Penzance)*: (01736) 366 767
*Opening hours: Mon-Fri 09:30-13:00 & Sat 09:30-11:30am
Coastline Housing – Homeless and Social Exclusion Service
Offers accommodation for single people with support needs who are homeless or in housing need, including ex-offenders and people with mental health or substance misuse problems. It is available for people aged 18-99yr. Self-referral is accepted, but anyone can refer on behalf of the patient. It is within walking distance of Camborne Train Station and the nearest bus stop is Tesco Extra, Pool.
T:(01209) 200 086
E: referrals@coastlinehousing.co.uk
W: http://www.coastlinehousing.co.uk
Westward Housing Group – Truro Young Women’s Centre
Support and accommodation for young single homeless women aged 16-24 with support needs. Based in Truro.
T: (01872) 260 847
E: nicky.robins@westwardhousing.org.uk
W: Homeless Link: Westward Housing Group – Truro Young Women’s Centre
Cornwall Refuge Trust
Domestic abuse specialists providing accommodation for women, men and children who have escaped domestic abuse, offering them a safe and supportive environment in which to recover from their experiences. They can also signpost out of county.
24/7 Helpline: (01872) 225 629
Food Banks in Cornwall
Find out where to get help with food.
Pentreath
Local charity promoting good mental health through personal development, education and employment. One project, Next Steps, has been set up in partnership with Cornwall Mind, Health for Homeless and Rethink Mental Illness, to help people transition out of homeless.
W: Next Steps – Homelessness and Mental Wellbeing
T: (01726) 862 727
Page Review Information
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Review date |
09 January 2025 |
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Next review date |
09 January 2027 |
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Specialty Lead GP |
Dr Laura Vines |