Disappointing to hear that the churches aren’t getting involved - this contrasts with Brighton where local churches and many in Mid Sussex commit massively to doing what they can to allieviate suffering on the streets of the city.
I certainly understand the frustration you expressed in your post, nothing wrong with that at all. As to the success or otherwise of the Brighton Centre shelter I don’t know enough to comment but I’ve no doubt the chaotic lives and deep rooted issues of many on the streets means that simply...
I have been involved in the work of Off The Fence over the last three or so years and it has opened my eyes to the complexity and challenges of homelessness and rough sleeping in the city. I cannot see any simple, quick solutions but I do know that care and compassion go a long way to making the...