Bridge

05/08/2026

The charity is gathering lived experiences of the support victim-survivors received or didn't receive.

**Online Survey**
Click the link to have your (anonymous) voice at the heart of the new strategy looking to improve the way everyone in our area responds to domestic abuse.
https://online1.snapsurveys.com/Interview/feb67532-24b2-4cda-8ed2-8247d42922bd

This link is open until the 7th August 2026.

Complete now If you have experienced domestic abuse, there is help available; 24-hour National Domestic Violence Freephone Helpline - 0808 2000 247 and the local number for Staying Put is 0808 2800 999

04/08/2026

People can and do recover - but don't just take our word for it. Here's John.

"Bridge helped save my friend's son's life, at just 17years old."

Hoping to attract funds to support people going through extremely difficult times - John is sharing his family and friend's experiences of addiction whilst fundraising to complete the Bolly Skyline - a mountain bike route through the peaks.

Here he is practicing https://www.justgiving.com/page/j-matthews-4
Thankyou John!

20/07/2026

Thank you to everyone from our Bridge Recovery Homes who shared their experiences and insights as part of this project with Dr Gemma Ashwell at the University of Leeds, supported by Chris Chinnock and staff form our Housing Team.

People experiencing homelessness, substance use and involvement with the criminal justice system often face significant barriers to healthcare.

By sharing their experiences each week, participants are helping future medics learn how to respond to health inequalities with compassion and stigma-free respect.

As Gem says, "Thank you everyone. Inclusion Health is not a specialist extra – it is part of everyday clinical practice."

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13/07/2026

Early start, windy day, clear skies and a spot of dancing at the top!

Thank you to everyone supporting Lisa!
https://www.justgiving.com/page/the-right-help-at-the-right-time

10/07/2026

Bridge is proud to work with our key partner Waythrough and grateful for the strategic support they have provided Bridge.

Their new 10-year strategy is BIG in ambition focusing on
1. people,
2. improving lives and
3. influencing the systems that shape lives.

With plans to use their scale, experience and partnerships to do things differently, check out the video https://youtu.be/fU-PAhBdti0 for more about their commitment "to save 1 million lives and enhance 1 million more" in the next 10 years

Our new 10-year strategy, The Way Ahead, sets out how we'll join up...

08/07/2026

"This is deeply personal to me. This isn’t just about my professional role in the Lotus Service – it’s also about my old life, and about what becomes possible when the right help arrives at the right time."

You can read more about why Lisa is towards Bridge's campaign to purchase an emergency home for Bridge women.

https://www.justgiving.com/page/the-right-help-at-the-right-time

Can you help Lisa reach her £1500 goal?

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06/07/2026

Reaching for alcohol too often can have an impact on our health, and our wellbeing. The NVB outreach team is on tour across Bradford and Keighley this week. They're super friendly and non-judgemental. Whether you're curious or know you need to talk to someone, come say hi or call 01274 296023.

It's Alcohol Awareness Week! (6-12 July)

What’s on in Bradford and Keighley?

To mark , our team is hosting events across the district to spark the conversation about alcohol and its impact on our health and wellbeing.

📆 Monday 6th July

✨Hub events at Pelican House and Unity House for staff, volunteer and people who access our service.
10am-4pm

📆 Tuesday 7th July

✨ Bradford Royal Infirmary (main concourse), 1pm-3pm
With the Alcohol Care Team

✨ Shopping Centre (Keighley), 10am-4pm

📆 Wednesday 8th July

✨ The Broadway Bradford (Bradford), 10am-4pm

✨ Flourish Community Coffee Shop (North Parade, Bradford), 12pm-3pm

📆 Thursday 9th July

✨ Tesco Superstore Peel Centre (Bradford BD1), 10am-4pm

✨ Odsal Stadium (Liver Buddies event), 10am-4pm

📆 Friday 10th July

✨ Hub event in Keighley for staff, volunteer and people who access our service. 10am-4pm

All events include a pop-up information stall with resources, interactive games and a chance to talk to a member of our team without pressure or judgement.

Come and say hi - we look forward to seeing you! 👋



Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS FT Bradford District and Craven Health and Care Partnership My Living Well Project 6 Bridge Create Strength Group- Bradford

05/07/2026

Bridge and our friends in Probation and Bradford Council's Housing Team are it, in today's dragon boat race !

They're looking very strong .. ready contenders for the Multi Charity Championship.

We've come together with a shared compassion for women in crisis. Read more here 👉 https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/the-bridge-project-a-safe-home-for-women

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03/07/2026

"We know that homelessness is not a crime, it is a social issue that requires compassion, understanding, safe housing, and the right support."

This week, the Vagrancy Act 1824 was repealed, bringing an end to nearly 200 years of legislation that criminalised rough sleeping in England and Wales.

At Horton Housing, we welcome this change. Every day, we work alongside people who are experiencing homelessness, housing insecurity, and complex challenges. We know that homelessness is not a crime, it is a social issue that requires compassion, understanding, safe housing, and the right support.

The repeal marks an important shift away from criminalisation and towards approaches that help people rebuild their lives. While there is still much work to do to address the root causes of homelessness, including the need for more affordable housing and ongoing support services, this is a positive step forward.

As a provider of social housing and support services, we remain committed to helping people find stability, independence, and a place to call home.

For more information, https://www.gov.uk/government/news/rough-sleeping-no-longer-a-crime-as-vagrancy-act-repealed

09/06/2026

Every day, Bridge supports people facing challenges with housing, substance use and domestic abuse.

Right now 7.5% of the people we support identify as part of the LGBTQIA+ community. We know this community can face additional barriers, which is why we’re committed to providing support that is safe, inclusive and built on trust.

That’s why we:
-Work in a trauma‑informed, person‑centred way, and
-Stand alongside people without judgement

Everyone deserves support that sees them, respects them, and walks alongside them.

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*This image was digitally enhanced using AI (Copilot), transforming our blue bench into one with supportive rainbow colours.