Jump in and join #TeamSHP for the UK's biggest open water swimming event  - Swim Serpentine 2024! All your needs are catered for with heated changing rooms, dunk zone, pontoon start and finish, full water safety crew, and exhibition area. Last year, more than 5,000 people took part in the event, including Hollywood star Minnie Driver and Olympic gold medal-winning sprinter Linford Christie. We will be updating with spaces soon! When is Swim Serpentine? Saturday 17th September 2024 Half-Mile Swim:  Features half a lap of the world-famous lake in London’s Hyde Park and i ..read more

A report on the results of the first national census of women sleeping rough in England reveals gender bias in Government counts, meaning that women are likely to be significantly underrepresented in rough sleeping data.   The 2023 data review estimates there may be up to nine times as many women rough sleeping across England than the Government’s annual Rough Sleeping Snapshot suggests. You can read the full report here. Here women share some of their experiences of rough sleeping: YouTube Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tuWJAdRr2Iw A coalition of leading women's and homelessn ..read more

With a buzzing atmosphere, the Royal Parks Half Marathon 2024 takes you through a stunning autumnal route through 4 of London's Royal Parks. This scenic run is great for first time runners. Secure a charity place today with Single Homeless Project today! When is the Royal Parks Half Marathon? October 13th 2024 Your challenge! A whole half marathon....13 miles (and 192½ yards!) through London's beautiful royal parks! Registration Fee: £35 Fundraising target: £350 Sign up for a charity place  The benefits of joining #TEAMSHP at the Royal Parks Half Marathon 2024 Free charity space for ..read more

In October 2022, we designed, planned, and coordinated a London-wide women’s rough sleeping census alongside a coalition of leading homelessness and VAWG charities. The census came on the back of our research into women’s homelessness in Camden, which explicitly noted the need for better data collection to evidence the scale of women’s rough sleeping, and the need for better integration between homelessness and VAWG services and sectors. Census Findings & Report: Making Women Count The census found 154 women rough-sleeping in London in a week. This indicates a higher number of wo ..read more

The census aims to bring visibility to the experiences of women who are rough sleeping and may not be represented in data, policy or services. We collect anonymised data through a survey over one week in autumn to build an understanding of women’s rough sleeping, and we use the findings to advocate for and inform change.  We rely on local services and councils to conduct the survey in their area. In 2023, 44 local authorities in London and across took part in the survey. Taking part in the next census: We are currently developing resources and support for areas wishing to participate in 2 ..read more

We all depend on public services to help us. They should work for everyone in our society. Yet, people experiencing homelessness face multiple barriers when accessing healthcare. This can result in numerous and chronic health issues, even when some are easily treatable. Severe conditions can go undiagnosed and untreated for a long time, even resulting in avoidable deaths.  What are the barriers to healthcare?  Digital exclusion: A lack of ID, telephone and access to the internet makes making an appointment nearly impossible.  Stigma and fear of judgment: Fear of being judge ..read more

Our specialist health team improves access and engagement to healthcare for the Londoners we support, ensuring they get the help they need and deserve to improve their health and lead a fulfilling life.  Our Health Leads work across three main areas:  Improving diagnosis, engagement, treatment, and palliative care for our clients experiencing multiple disadvantage.  Forming partnerships with NHS services and health organisations to arrange regular in-reach and fair access to healthcare   Influencing and advocacy in partnership with charities and organisations  Wha ..read more

Kamil, 26, dreams of becoming an electrician and living in his hometown where he can be near to his family and friends. But Kamil has been stuck in temporary housing in North London for six months. He is unable to move on with his life because the Local Housing Allowance (LHA) isn’t enough for him to afford the rent in even the most basic of places. The LHA determines the amount of your rent that can be covered by benefits. The current level has been frozen at 2019-20 levels, despite London’s skyrocketing rent costs. It is now a leading cause of homelessness in London, with research showing th ..read more

Rough sleeping may be the most visible form of homelessness, but it's just the tip of the iceberg. Most people experiencing homelessness will not be on the streets. They will have a roof over their heads but not a permanent home to build a life and flourish.   Recognising all forms of homelessness is essential so people can get the proper support to rebuild their lives. Rough sleeping At bus stops, train stations, under bridges, in parks and nestled in shop doorways. These are just a few places where people sleep rough in our towns and cities.  It could be someone sleeping ..read more

Lainey, 21, lives at one of our specialist women’s homes in North London. She’s studying animal management with dreams of being a vet and working with animals in the countryside. Lainey’s future looks bright now, but life has thrown many challenges at her. Her mum died when she was little and then her Nan and Grandad passed away when she was living with them. Lainey and her brother moved in with her auntie, but, as we hear a lot, family doesn’t always equal love and support. At just 16, Lainey was living on the streets with no-one to help her.  “My auntie was verbally and physically abusi ..read more