This week is #TrusteesWeek. Across Changing Lives, we'll be taking the opportunity to recognise the important work our trustees do to ensure we can continue delivering life changing services 💜

It was great to welcome local partners and community organisations to our supported accommodation in Dudley yesterday.

Today's the day 💜 We can't wait to welcome you for our first ever comedy night at The Top Secret Comedy Club in London 🤝 And if you're free tonight, there's still time to grab your tickets ➡️ https://bit.ly/493BEyP

On Friday we had a brilliant day at our Changing Lives Doncaster Women’s Centre, bringing together staff, partners and the women we support to celebrate achieving Silver in the One Small Thing Working with Trauma Quality Mark.

Match days should be safe, respectful, and inclusive for everyone. When you know something is wrong: ✔ Speak up safely ✔ Support others ✔ Challenge harmful behaviour Because ending abuse isn’t a solo effort - #ItTakesATeam

Domestic abuse affects 1 in 4 people in their lifetime. During major tournaments, that risk can increase - especially when emotions, alcohol, and pressure escalate. White Ribbon’s message is simple: You don’t have to do everything, but you can do something #ItTakesATeam

One week. 24,901 miles. All of us together 🌍 From 7–13 September, every Changing Lives project, partner and supporter will come together for something extraordinary. Our mission? To collectively cover the entire circumference of the Earth in just seven days. Sign up today:

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You don’t need to run a marathon to make a difference. A walk at lunch. A bike ride after work. A weekend hike. Every mile counts towards our 24,901-mile goal 🌍 Be part of something bigger than yourself. Join us: https://bit.ly/4nZQyw0

Hot weather isn’t just uncomfortable, it can be life-threatening for people sleeping rough 🌡️ From ensuring access to water and cool spaces, to checking in on those most at risk, our teams are on the frontline helping people stay safe and well. But we can’t do it alone.

A little look back at our National Volunteer Celebration at Cast last week 💜 We just want to take the opportunity to once again thank all of our volunteers who we truly couldn't operate without - thank you for giving your time to make a difference in our community #VolunteersWeek

Right now, too many people are facing homelessness. You can make a positive difference with just £1 every week. Play the Weekly Lottery and help provide vital support, safety, and a fresh start for people when they need it most. £1 to play. Weekly prizes to be won 👉 https://bit.ly/4fyEDDg

Today is the day! If you've already got your tickets, we can't wait to see you tonight at The Stand. There's still time to secure a ticket, and they can also be purchased on the door if you'd prefer! We'll see you later 💜 📍 The Stand, Newcastle 🎟️ Grab your tickets here: https://bit.ly/4qt7xHx

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Changing Lives is a North-East born charity which supports over 14,500 people each year experiencing the challenges of homelessness to make positive and last...

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Your £1 could be someone’s turning point. When you play the Changing Lives Weekly Lottery, you’re not just in with a chance to win, you’re helping people rebuild their lives with safety, stability, and hope. £1 per week. Weekly prizes. 👉 Play today https://changinglives.affinitylottery.org.uk/

Just a few days until we welcome you for Stand Up for Changing Lives... We can't wait to see you 💜 📅 Date: 12th May 2026 📍 The Stand, Newcastle 🎟️ Grab your tickets here: https://bit.ly/4qt7xHx

The countdown is on for Stand Up for Changing Lives 🎤 Join us at The Stand on 12th May for an unforgettable night with the best of our local comedians, all while raising vital funds for people facing the challenges of homelessness in our community 💜 🎫 £12 🔗 https://bit.ly/3MslsiA

A great write up about Newcastle Cathedral's Women Behind Bars Exhibition, including the Story Chair in collaboration with Northumbria University ➡️ https://bit.ly/4uiR4HB

It's less than two weeks to go until Stand up For Changing Lives at The Stand, and there's still chance for you to grab your tickets 💜 📅 Doors at 7 PM, show kicks off at 8 PM! Grab your tickets today ➡️ https://bit.ly/3MslsiA

Meet Sharonjeet 👋 Sharonjeet is our London Business Development Manager, who brings over 20 years experience across substance misuse, criminal justice and the voluntary sector to our services here at Changing Lives. Read her thoughts here ➡️ https://bit.ly/42Amz3W

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A huge thank you to our three wonderful runners who took on the London Marathon yesterday! And a huge congratulations for getting over that finish line, such an achievement 💜 Considering fundraising for us? You can find out more here ➡️ https://bit.ly/4mWqce2

What a line-up we have for Stand Up for Changing Lives at The Stand in Newcastle 💜 There's still plenty of time to grab your tickets, don't miss this one! 🗓️ 12th May 🎟️ £12 🔗 https://bit.ly/3MslsiA P.S. Keep your eyes peeled for something exciting coming very soon in London... 👀

£1 can change more than you think. Play the Changing Lives Weekly Lottery and your £1 helps support people facinghomelessness. Every ticket helps fund life‑changing support when it’s needed most. https://changinglives.affinitylottery.org.uk/ 18+ T&Cs apply | https://gambleaware.org/

We’re now supporting young men aged 18–25 in Sunderland 📍 Our supported accommodation offers 8 en‑suite rooms with 24/7 support, helping young people move from homelessness into independent living. Support our work ➡️ https://bit.ly/4kfk13n

We have secured a £2.51m social investment from Social and Sustainable Capital to purchase 25 move‑on homes across Newcastle, Doncaster and Durham 🏡 These new one‑bedroom flats will give people leaving supported accommodation a safe, stable place to regain confidence and independence.

Changing Lives gratefully receive loan from SASC to help people they support transition to independent living

We have secured a £2,510,000 loan from Social and Sustainable Capital (SASC) through its Social and Sustainable Housing Fund II (SASH II), to purchase homes to accommodate people moving on from our supported accommodation

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Meet Fran 👋 Fran is one of our incredible team members who has recently stepped into the role of Specialist Women’s Criminal Justice Outreach Coach after receiving a promotion. Read how her lived experience, commitment, and compassion have shaped her path 👉 https://bit.ly/3Oh5Pez

We had a hoot last year at our Comedy Night at The Stand, and we're so excited to see you this year to do it all again on the 12th May! Enjoy an evening full of comedy with funds raised going towards supporting people facing homelessness 💜 Grab your tickets here ➡️ https://bit.ly/4jrQOkZ

Your monthly support changes lives. Give £5 monthly to help 14,000+ people facing homelessness ➡️ https://bit.ly/4kfk13n

Our latest IT equipment collection with Revive IT shows just what a difference re-using and recycling can do! In just one pickup, we helped prevent 90.9 tonnes of CO₂e emissions, thanks to a 96% reuse rate.

Our CEO Stephen Bell OBE spoke to The Big Issue recently about the current approach to SWEP. Across the UK, people experiencing rough sleeping are facing not just freezing temperatures, but extreme rainfall, flooding and unprecedented heat, all of which can be life‑threatening. Read here ⬇️

Homeless people offered chair for the night during extreme weather

Councils are giving homeless people chairs instead of beds during extreme weather, the Museum of Homelessness has found.

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Looking for a fun night out? Come to The Stand Newcastle for a hilarious evening with all profits supporting people facing some of life's most challenging circumstances across Newcastle 📅 Doors open at 7 PM, show starts at 8 PM! Get your tickets now ➡️ https://bit.ly/3MslsiA

Our work in Sunderland is growing to meet rising demand.    Changing Lives is now delivering supported accommodation for young men aged 18–25 experiencing homelessness, adding to the services we already provide across the city.   Need help? Contact 0800 2346084