Homelessness

“Depaul Has Become Home”

At Depaul in Odesa, weekly gatherings for homeless women begin with the Serenity Prayer and offer both basic care and spiritual support through stories of biblical women and personal healing. In these encounters, women like Maria find purpose and dignity, while revealing God’s grace to those who serve them.

Paige’s Journey: Finding Home, One Muddy Boot at a Time

Supported Lodgings gave Paige, a creative and resilient teen, the stable home and emotional support she needed after a family breakdown left her without a place to stay. With her host Deborah’s quiet guidance, Paige is growing in confidence and independence, learning what it means to feel at home and build a future on her own terms.

“She Just Needed Someone in her Corner”: Samalie Musisi on Supporting Susan, a Young Person Using our Supported Lodgings Service.

Supported Lodgings, as shown through Susan’s journey, offers vulnerable young people not just a roof over their heads, but the emotional support and life skills needed to rebuild their confidence and future. Through personalized care from hosts and coordinators, it creates a nurturing environment that transforms lives, though it faces ongoing challenges due to funding constraints and a shortage of hosts.

“I Like to Think we’re a Springboard into the Rest of Their Lives”

Luton Sinfield, Service Manager at the London Youth Hub, explains why homelessness should be something people pass through before getting on with the rest of their lives.  

Paige’s Journey: Finding Home, One Muddy Boot at a Time

Paige’s Journey: Finding Home, One Muddy Boot at a Time

Supported Lodgings gave Paige, a creative and resilient teen, the stable home and emotional support she needed after a family breakdown left her without a place to stay. With her host Deborah’s quiet guidance, Paige is growing in confidence and independence, learning what it means to feel at home and build a future on her own terms.

“She Just Needed Someone in her Corner”:  Samalie Musisi on Supporting Susan, a Young Person Using our Supported Lodgings Service.

“She Just Needed Someone in her Corner”: Samalie Musisi on Supporting Susan, a Young Person Using our Supported Lodgings Service.

Supported Lodgings, as shown through Susan’s journey, offers vulnerable young people not just a roof over their heads, but the emotional support and life skills needed to rebuild their confidence and future. Through personalized care from hosts and coordinators, it creates a nurturing environment that transforms lives, though it faces ongoing challenges due to funding constraints and a shortage of hosts.

CRIMINALIZATION vs COMPASSION

CRIMINALIZATION vs COMPASSION

Homelessness and other forms of marginalization are often falsely framed as personal failures rather than the result of systemic policy decisions that prioritize profit over people. A Vincentian response calls for advocacy, compassion, and action to challenge this growing criminalization and to work toward solutions that uphold human dignity.

‘I Like to Think We’re a Bit like Guardian Angels’

‘I Like to Think We’re a Bit like Guardian Angels’

Graeme Browne, Floating Support Service Manager at Depaul UK, leads a team that helps at-risk young people in Southwark secure housing, access essential support, and build confidence to navigate adulthood. By providing guidance, financial aid, and advocacy, they empower youth—many of them care-leavers or refugees—to overcome challenges, pursue education or work, and ultimately avoid homelessness.

How We Support Young People with their Mental Health

How We Support Young People with their Mental Health

Creating open conversations about mental health helps break stigma and encourages young people to seek support, which is crucial for those facing homelessness and trauma. DePaul UK provides trauma-informed care, including counseling, coping strategies, and personalized support, empowering young people to build resilience and improve their well-being.

Homeless and far from home. 13 Houses Jubilee Project of Hope N. 1: Sofiane’s Story

Homeless and far from home. 13 Houses Jubilee Project of Hope N. 1: Sofiane’s Story

St Vincent Mews, operated by Depaul UK as part of the 13 Houses Project for the Jubilee, provides housing and comprehensive support for homeless individuals with complex needs, including mental health and addiction issues. Sofiane, an undocumented immigrant from Algeria, has found a safe and hopeful environment there, where he is receiving help to overcome his gambling addiction and work toward independent living.

Borna’s Story: A Journey of Hope and Transformation

Borna’s Story: A Journey of Hope and Transformation

Borna’s life was transformed with the support of Depaul, an organization that provided him with food, shelter, and guidance over the years. Through their dedication, he overcame alcoholism, improved his communication skills, and regained his health, while working toward a future where he can live independently and securely.

Working to End Homelessness Across the Globe: Depaul’s Exchange Programme

Working to End Homelessness Across the Globe: Depaul’s Exchange Programme

Depaul International’s staff exchange program fosters global collaboration by enabling employees to share skills and insights across its branches. Aynsley Rastofsky and Zainab Walji of Depaul UK highlight their enriching experience in Ireland, where they learned about innovative data practices, strong service partnerships, and the shared commitment to ending homelessness.

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