Glass Door partners with churches and community centres to give shelter and support, because no one should have to sleep on the streets of London.

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Our Guests' Stories

How Glass Door can help

If you or someone you know is facing homelessness, get in touch with us to access our services, which include tailored advice and support from our caseworkers and our emergency winter night shelters.

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Dami's Story

When staying with friends fell through, Dami* was staying in restaurants to avoid rough sleeping. When he came to The Upper Room, the Glass Door casework service supported him with his documentation and getting his life back on track.

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Author: Faye Guy

Tomas' Story

After Tomas’ partner died, he ended up rough sleeping. His life got back on track after he was given a space to stay in Glass Door’s winter night shelter and met with our caseworkers.

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Author: Faye Guy

Aspen's Story

Aspen was living in a squat in Tooting which was unsafe and having a negative impact on their mental health when they found out about Glass Door.

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Author: Faye Guy

Our impact

  • 1787
    individuals supported during 2022-2023
  • 294
    guests moved off the streets and into housing
  • 293
    provided with emergency shelter in the winter 

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