Evolve Housing + Support

Evolve Housing + Support We are a homelessness charity that provides housing and support to over 1,000 Londoners every year. We campaign to end street homelessness.

Evolve is a leading homelessness charity in London, providing housing and support to over 2,000 people each year. It believes in building on people’s strengths, aspirations and goals to help break the cycle of homelessness and help them move forward with their lives. It offers a programme of support tailored to meet people’s individual needs, including housing, employment and skills training, ment

oring and counselling. We work with young parents and children at risk of exclusion to build the skills and resilience that can help prevent homelessness. We build affordable homes to help people move on to an independent life. The charity’s mission is to help children, young people and adults who are homeless or at risk of homelessness reach their potential, and move on to live happy, fulfilled lives.

Temporary accommodation: 5 things people should know.1️⃣ Families are affectedTemporary accommodation isn’t just an issu...
26/08/2026

Temporary accommodation: 5 things people should know.

1️⃣ Families are affected
Temporary accommodation isn’t just an issue affecting single adults. On 31 December 2025, 85,800 households with children were living in temporary accommodation in England, including 176,130 dependent children.

2️⃣ “Temporary” can last a long time
For households with children, the most common length of time spent in temporary accommodation was 2–5 years at the end of 2025.

3️⃣ It can mean different things
Temporary accommodation can include B&Bs, nightly-paid accommodation and self-contained housing.

4️⃣ People may have to move away from their community
Some households are placed outside their local area, potentially affecting access to schools, work, family and support networks.

5️⃣ A roof isn’t the same as stability

Living somewhere temporarily can mean living with uncertainty about where you’ll be next, while trying to maintain everyday life.

Temporary accommodation is more than a housing statistic. It’s about people waiting for somewhere they can finally call home.

Stay Connected with Evolve Housing + SupportWant to be the first to hear about what’s happening at Evolve Housing + Supp...
25/08/2026

Stay Connected with Evolve Housing + Support

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New skills can open new doors. 🔑Our skills workshops give residents the opportunity to learn, build confidence and devel...
24/08/2026

New skills can open new doors. 🔑

Our skills workshops give residents the opportunity to learn, build confidence and develop practical skills in a welcoming community environment.

From digital skills workshops to interview practice workshops, each session is designed to help residents gain something they can take away and use — whether that’s a new skill, greater confidence or inspiration for their next step.

There’s always something new to learn.

Keep an eye out for upcoming workshops and find one that’s right for you.

Temporary accommodation: what does it actually mean? 🏠If you’ve never experienced housing insecurity, the words temporar...
21/08/2026

Temporary accommodation: what does it actually mean? 🏠

If you’ve never experienced housing insecurity, the words temporary accommodation might sound straightforward.

But temporary accommodation can mean many different things — including hostels, hotels, B&Bs, nightly-paid accommodation and self-contained housing.

It is accommodation provided to people who are homeless while they wait for a more settled housing solution.

And “temporary” doesn’t always mean short-term.

For some households, the wait can last months or even years.

Behind every statistic is a person, a family and a period of uncertainty.

Understanding what temporary accommodation really means is an important part of understanding the housing crisis.

What’s an hour? ⏰An hour might not sound like much.But for someone in our community, an hour can make a real difference....
20/08/2026

What’s an hour? ⏰

An hour might not sound like much.

But for someone in our community, an hour can make a real difference.

An hour could be:
💡 Taking part in a workshop and learning an essential new skill
🍲 Cooking a meal alongside a support worker, building confidence and independence
🤝 Sitting down with a mentor and talking through what comes next
💬 Having someone there to listen, encourage and support you

For our residents, an hour can mean learning something new, feeling supported, or taking an important step forward.

Your support helps make those hours possible.

What does supported housing actually look like? 🏠When we hear the words supported housing, it can be easy to picture a t...
19/08/2026

What does supported housing actually look like? 🏠

When we hear the words supported housing, it can be easy to picture a temporary place to stay.

But supported housing is about much more than having a roof over your head.

It can provide someone with a safe place to live alongside the practical and emotional support they need to move forward.

That support might mean:
🤝 Having someone to talk to
🧭 Support to manage day-to-day life
💼 Help with employment, education or training
🏠 Building the skills and confidence needed to live more independently
💬 Someone to advocate and help navigate services

Every person’s circumstances are different, so the support looks different too.

At its heart, supported housing is about creating stability, opportunity and a pathway towards greater independence.

Looking after your wellbeing, together. 💚Wellbeing isn’t just about taking time for yourself — it’s also about connectin...
17/08/2026

Looking after your wellbeing, together. 💚

Wellbeing isn’t just about taking time for yourself — it’s also about connecting with others, trying something new and feeling part of your community.

From wellbeing walks, resident cookery workshops to health workshops, our community programme offers opportunities for residents to get active, be creative, relax and meet new people.

Whether you’re looking to build a new routine, learn something different or simply spend time with others, there’s something for everyone.

Come along, get involved and see what’s on offer.

🏳️‍🌈 We’re at Croydon Pride today! 🏳️‍🌈Come and join us! 🎉 We’ll be at the Braithwaite Halls all day, celebrating Pride ...
15/08/2026

🏳️‍🌈 We’re at Croydon Pride today! 🏳️‍🌈

Come and join us! 🎉 We’ll be at the Braithwaite Halls all day, celebrating Pride and connecting with our local community.

We’ll have interactive games, activities and plenty of opportunities to find out how you can support Evolve Housing and Support. 💜

Whether you’re already part of our community or just want to come along, say hello and get involved — we’d love to see you! 🌈

📍 Braithwaite Halls
📅 Today

Come find us and celebrate with us! 🏳️‍🌈✨

A safe home can change what's possible.This week, we've talked about why young people become homeless, how housing insta...
14/08/2026

A safe home can change what's possible.

This week, we've talked about why young people become homeless, how housing instability can disrupt education and the impact it can have on mental health.

But there's another part of the story:

What happens when a young person gets the right support?
At Evolve, we work alongside young people to help them move towards greater stability and independence.
That can mean more than providing somewhere to stay.

It means listening.
Building confidence.
Developing life skills.
Supporting education, training and employment.
Helping young people make plans for their future.
Because the goal isn't simply to help someone get through today.
It's to help them build a future where they can thrive.

International Youth Day may be one day.

But supporting young people out of homelessness is something we need to keep doing every day.

Together, we can help young people move from surviving to thriving.

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16-20 Kingston Road South Wimbledon
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Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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