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Homeless Support Shropshire
11,000
Hot meals served each year
50+
local volunteers keep the Ark afloat
6,500
hours of person centred support provided
80
people supported into stable accommodation last year
How Can We Support You?
The Ark Day Centre
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Bathroom and laundry facilities
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Hot meals
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Postal address, charging and access to internet
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Regular GP and health clinics
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Care and community
Pathway Support
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Housing Support and advice
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Benefits and employment guidance
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Form filling and admin support
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Addiction and mental health support
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Tennancy readiness programmes
Become a Friend of The Ark
Join us in making a difference by becoming a Friend of the Ark. Your small, regular donation is essential as we rely entirely on private grants and donations to support our vital work with the most vulnerable members of our community.
With your help, we can ensure a reliable source of income that allows us to continue our mission and make lasting change.
Click here to set up your regular donation from as little as £5 a month
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Together, we can make a meaningful impact!
People tell us their story in a confidential, non judgemental space.
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Together we identify goals and work out what clients need to do to achieve them.
We come up with a personal action plan to help our clients achieve their goals.
We are by our client's side, every step of the way.
How do we support people in the longterm ?
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The Ark Day Centre is currently open Monday - Friday, 9am - 2pm
for referrals, ongoing support and appointments.
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To arrange an appointment to use our facilities please click here to fill in our referral form.
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If you are concerned about someone sleeping rough in your community, please contact Streetlink.
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Please note we do not provide overnight accommodation or open at the weekend. We never charge for our services.
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USEFUL NUMBERS
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​PIP New Claim (Personal Independence Payment): 0800 121 4433
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PIP existing Claim: 0800 917 22 22
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New Benefit Claims: 0800 055 6688
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ESA (Employment and Support Allowance): 0800 328 5644
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ACCESS (Mental Health Crisis): 0300 124 0365
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Housing Options: 0345 678 9005
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Shropshire Recovery Partnership (Crown House): 01743 294 700
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Shropshire MIND: 01743 368 647
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West Mercia Probation Service: 01743 231 525
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First Point Of Contact: 0345 678 9044
