Check out our guest stories

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  A week of change: From rough sleeping to a place to call home

  Every day we see people taking steps forward, only to find new barriers waiting for them. At Barnabus, our work often begins at these critical moments but sometimes it comes at a time when those we support are at real risk of falling through the gaps. Read more

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  A Veteran’s path to a new start in Manchester

  Sean is a former member of the armed forces who dedicated years of his life to serving others. But after leaving the military, he faced a difficult transition. Struggles with PTSD and the breakdown of important personal relationships left him vulnerable and eventually he became homeless on the streets of Manchester. Read more

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  Andre’s Journey: From despair to direction

  Before coming to Barnabus, Andre was struggling to cope in his own accommodation. He was living in a privately rented shared house and was falling behind on his rent. He was struggling with his mental health and lost confidence within himself. Following the sudden and devastating loss of multiple family members, he had experienced significant trauma and grief. Without the right support in place, Andre turned to alcohol as a way of managing his pain. Read more