People experiencing homelessness often age faster than the general population, facing poorer health, isolation and reduced independence. Hostel living and long-term instability can further impact confidence, wellbeing and quality of life. Older people experiencing, facing or vulnerable to homelessness may also need more time to build trust and are more likely to require ongoing, long-term support.
Get in touchCambridge Cyrenians’ Older Homeless Service provides tailored support for people aged 45 and over, helping them move into more suitable accommodation or remain safely housed and avoid a return to homelessness.
Types of support we offer:
Referrals welcome from professionals or organisations - including self-referrals where you’re already linked with a partner agency (i.e. TVP, Jimmys).
Access to our services is usually via referral from Cambridge City Council or partner organisations. If you are homeless or at risk of homelessness, the council’s Housing Advice Team is the first point of contact.
For more advice on navigating this process, you can call our office on 01223 712501, send us an email – office@cambridgecyrenians.org.uk or fill out the form below.
Our office is open 9-4.30pm on weekdays. If you are concerned about someone who is homeless or rough sleeping, you can inform the Street Outreach Team via the Streetlink website.
Cambridge Cyrenians’ Older Homeless Service provides tailored support for people aged 45 and over, helping them move into more suitable accommodation or remain safely housed and avoid a return to homelessness.
Types of support we offer:
Referrals welcome from professionals or organisations - including self-referrals where you’re already linked with a partner agency (i.e. TVP, Jimmys).
It only takes one change in circumstances for homelessness to happen. For Jake*, it started with a rotator cuff injury at work. He lost his job, then his home, and found himself sleeping on a park bench in the freezing cold on his first night without one.
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When Pete* was referred to Cambridge Cyrenians by his social worker, he wasn't facing immediate homelessness, but he was at risk of losing his independence without urgent support.
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When Renée* arrived at Cambridge Cyrenians, she was carrying an enormous amount. She had been living in a women's refuge, was managing a thyroid cancer diagnosis, and was travelling regularly into Cambridge for hospital treatment and check-ups.
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Cambridge Cyrenians’ Older Homeless Service provides tailored support for people aged 45 and over, helping them move into more suitable accommodation or remain safely housed and avoid a return to homelessness.
Types of support we offer:
Referrals welcome from professionals or organisations - including self-referrals where you’re already linked with a partner agency (i.e. TVP, Jimmys).
Cambridge Cyrenians’ Older Homeless Service provides tailored support for people aged 45 and over, helping them move into more suitable accommodation or remain safely housed and avoid a return to homelessness.
Types of support we offer:
Referrals welcome from professionals or organisations - including self-referrals where you’re already linked with a partner agency (i.e. TVP, Jimmys).
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If you’d like to learn more about the project or get involved, please contact Kevin or fill out our handy form below.
Kevin Walshe
Allotment Co-ordinator
📧 kevin@cambridgecyrenians.org.uk
📞 07815 524496
Cambridge Cyrenians’ Older Homeless Service provides tailored support for people aged 45 and over, helping them move into more suitable accommodation or remain safely housed and avoid a return to homelessness.
Types of support we offer:
Referrals welcome from professionals or organisations - including self-referrals where you’re already linked with a partner agency (i.e. TVP, Jimmys).
Cambridge Cyrenians’ Older Homeless Service provides tailored support for people aged 45 and over, helping them move into more suitable accommodation or remain safely housed and avoid a return to homelessness.
Types of support we offer:
Referrals welcome from professionals or organisations - including self-referrals where you’re already linked with a partner agency (i.e. TVP, Jimmys).
Donations such as - art supplies, equipment, digital devices (such as laptops, tablets and mobile phones) help our residents to continue to develop their skills and move forward.
Corporate Partners can help by funding our Meaningful Activities project, provide work experience placements, or offer employment pathways and support. Get in touch to find out more.
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