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  • Hostel guests receive vaccination

    Hostel guests receive vaccination

    18 Feb 21: The campaign to vaccinate people affected by homelessness has begun. All 101 guests staying in the Glass Door hostels have now been offered the vaccine. Read more

  • Why we need targeted vaccination programmes

    Why we need targeted vaccination programmes

    9 Feb 2021: Glass Door calls for special, targeted vaccination plan for hard to reach and vulnerable homeless population. Read more

  • Make and donate face masks for guests

    Make and donate face masks for guests

    Help Glass Door guests stay safe when they are out and about by making and donating cloth face masks. Read more

  • Lisa's story

    Lisa's story

    Lisa developed a chronic illness at 21 which made it difficult for her to work. After finding shelter with Glass Door, she is now self-isolating in a hotel . Read more

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Coronavirus

In the week beginning 23 March, the majority of Glass Door shelter guests moved into London hotels, allowing them a safe place to self-isolate. 

We continue to offer casework services to guests in hotels and other accommodation. We are also supporting individuals who are still on the street and will continue to advocate on behalf of all who need a safe place to self-isolate.

We have continued to keep our doors open to those in need throughout the pandemic. At our centres where we operate, we conduct COVID-19 specific risk assessments for each venue, which are updated regularly and are shared with local authorities. These risk assessments are created and maintained by trained Glass Door staff with support from a external Health & Safety consultant.

Thank you to all our partners, volunteers, staff and supporters for making our work possible.

Hostel guests receive vaccination

Hostel guests receive vaccination

18 Feb 21: The campaign to vaccinate people affected by homelessness has begun. All 101 guests staying in the Glass Door hostels have now been offered the vaccine. Read more

Published: 18th February, 2021

Updated: 6th May, 2022

Author: Melissa Kerschen

Why we need targeted vaccination programmes

Why we need targeted vaccination programmes

9 Feb 2021: Glass Door calls for special, targeted vaccination plan for hard to reach and vulnerable homeless population. Read more

Published: 17th February, 2021

Updated: 6th May, 2022

Author: Mikaela Algranati

Glass Door responds to £105m funding pledge for rough sleepers

Glass Door responds to £105m funding pledge for rough sleepers

24 June 2020: Our CEO and senior caseworker speak to journalists at the FT, the Independent and The Big Issue. Read more

Published: 24th June, 2020

Updated: 6th May, 2022

Author: Deleted User

Make and donate face masks for guests

Make and donate face masks for guests

Help Glass Door guests stay safe when they are out and about by making and donating cloth face masks. Read more

Published: 12th June, 2020

Updated: 1st April, 2022

Author: Deleted User

Lisa's story

Lisa's story

Lisa developed a chronic illness at 21 which made it difficult for her to work. After finding shelter with Glass Door, she is now self-isolating in a hotel . Read more

Published: 19th May, 2020

Updated: 29th October, 2020

Author: Deleted User

Top ten ways to make a difference

Top ten ways to make a difference

We can all be part of the solution. Find out how. Read more

Published: 21st April, 2020

Updated: 30th May, 2022

Author: Deleted User

Many still sleeping rough

Many still sleeping rough

April 2020: Glass Door staff and guests quoted in the FT, BBC Radio 4, The Evening Standard and the Independent about the impact of the lock-down on people facing homelessness. Read more

Published: 7th April, 2020

Updated: 6th May, 2022

Author: Deleted User

Nancy's story

Nancy's story

Nancy was one of 123 Glass Door shelter guests who moved into a hotel to self-isolate last month. She tells us what this means to her. Read more

Published: 7th April, 2020

Updated: 29th October, 2020

Author: Deleted User

Over 120  guests move into hotels

Over 120 guests move into hotels

31 March 2020: Glass Door guests who had been staying in shelters over the winter are now in private London hotel rooms. Read more

Published: 31st March, 2020

Updated: 6th May, 2022

Author: Deleted User

Services in the time of coronavirus

Services in the time of coronavirus

17 March: What we are doing to protect guests, staff and volunteers from coronavirus, by Megan, the service development manager. Read more

Published: 17th March, 2020

Updated: 6th May, 2022

Author: Melissa Kerschen

Coronavirus coverage

Coronavirus coverage

Updated 30 March 2020: The Independent, The Guardian, Metro, Sky News and others cover Glass Door’s warning about the impact of COVID-19 on those who are homeless. Read more

Published: 17th March, 2020

Updated: 16th May, 2022

Author: Deleted User

COVID-19 Resources

COVID-19 Resources

A collection of relevant external links and guidance Read more

Published: 16th March, 2020

Updated: 6th May, 2022

Author: Melissa Kerschen

COVID-19: Latest advice for volunteers and volunteer coordinators

COVID-19: Latest advice for volunteers and volunteer coordinators

Find guidance on when to stay home and how we can minimise risks to all. Read more

Published: 13th March, 2020

Updated: 16th March, 2020

Author: Melissa Kerschen

How does someone who is homeless

How does someone who is homeless "self-isolate"?

10 March: CEO Lucy Abraham voices concerns about the impact of coronavirus on rough sleepers. Read more

Published: 10th March, 2020

Updated: 6th May, 2022

Author: Deleted User

COVID-19: latest advice and resources for staff

COVID-19: latest advice and resources for staff

latest advice and resources for staff on how we can minimise risks to rough sleeping and homeless population from the Coronavirus COVID-19 outbreak Read more

Published: 10th March, 2020

Updated: 16th March, 2020

Author: Melissa Kerschen

Things we need

Things we need

Here are some things that Glass Door and our partner organisations need. Read more

Published: 23rd May, 2017

Updated: 24th May, 2022

Author:

How Glass Door can help

How Glass Door can help

If you or someone you know is facing homelessness, here's an overview of services and how to access them. Read more

Published: 23rd May, 2017

Updated: 7th June, 2022

Author:

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    About us

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    More people are becoming newly homeless as the impact of the pandemic and the rising cost of living continues to dismantle lives. We need your help.

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