05/06/2026
As part of Volunteers’ Week 2026 we want to take a moment to celebrate the heart of APAP’s Day Centre – our volunteers!
Our local response to homelessness is only possible because of our community of volunteers who work tirelessly to run the essential services we provide from our Day Centre in Edmonton, North London.
Anyone experiencing housing crisis who walks through our doors is given a warm welcome by Emma, Sharon, Barry, Rodney, Reiyad, Awa and Jakson, who make sure everyone feels safe, seen, and supported. They help people navigate essential services, find a hot meal or takeaway, provide towels for a shower, or access toiletries when they’re needed most. They are often the first face someone sees at our Day Centre, and we are so grateful to have them!
In the kitchen you’ll find Tony, Joy, Berhan, Elsa and Beti preparing delicious breakfasts, soups, sandwiches, and takeaway parcels. Joy will even occasionally surprise us with cakes, cookies, and special meals for workshop participants.
And every so often our OGs Nick and Liz pop in, checking in on the team and offering support wherever it’s needed. They are among the very first volunteers who helped build our services into what they are now.
And this year 3 volunteers have moved into paid roles – a reflection of their dedication and growth within the team.
This year so far, our volunteers have contributed 1,728 hours of support, covering:
• 2,183 client visits
• 461 showers
• 965 breakfasts
• 75 lunches
• 200 laundry washes
• 169 toiletries packs
• 286 clothing and shoe donations
• 181 laptop sessions
• 367 phones charged
To all of our volunteers, from the bottom of our hearts – thank you!
If you are interested in volunteering with APAP and supporting your local community get in touch via [email protected].