The final #GreatNorthRun ballot has been announced! Did you snag a place? Don't worry if you didn't - we still have places for you to join #TeamChangingLives and run to fundraise for our work supporting people facing the challenges of homelessness 🏠

Changing Lives is proud to announce that, from January 2026, we will be delivering North Tyneside’s Integrated Domestic Abuse Support Service.

The teams were in Newcastle Cathedral early this morning prepping our Christmas meals to provide to those in need today 🍴 Anyone is welcome, from those facing Winter on the streets or just in need of a warm space, hot meal and an opportunity to find support.

Our Christmas Meal Appeal was featured in Northern Insight 🎄💜 We recently shared why our winter appeal is so vital - because the funds raised don’t just provide warmth and meals during the festive season, they help us support people facing homelessness and hardship well into the new year.

We’re pleased that the Government has listened to our recommendations and is exploring alternative solutions to address exploitation on adult service websites rather than imposing a blanket ban, discussed during the recent parliamentary debate on the Crime and Policing Bill.

Our Changing Lives project delivering a recovery programme in Newcastle has supported people on their journey to live free from drugs and alcohol and we saw a fantastic 63% graduation rate for the years 2024/2025! 🙌

We’re incredibly proud to share that our Changing Lives team based at HMP Low Newton has been recognised as part of the Offender Management Unit awarded Team of the Year at the Women’s Group Awards 2025 🎉

🔔 Webinar: Breaking the Cycle 🗓️ Mon 24 Nov | 11:00–12:30pm | Online Join the Adult Sexual Exploitation Partnership to explore how trauma-informed support can break the cycle of sexual exploitation, substance use and unmet need.

Homeless Links ‘Our Unhealthy State of Homelessness’ research found that 82% of people experiencing homelessness have a mental health diagnosis ❗ Today marks World Mental Health Day and today we're announcing that Changing Lives is now providing Mental Health Support across South Tyneside.

Recently one of our Changing Lives teams in Doncaster welcomed Damian Allan, Chief Executive of Doncaster City Council, and Mark Smith, Visiting Professor of Public Service Innovation at Manchester Metropolitan University, during scheduled welfare walkabouts.

Last week, one of our Changing Lives teams that provide support services to women who are being sexually exploited & involved in sex work or survival sex in the Midlands attended a conference held by Public Health on Preventing drug related deaths in Walsall.

At Changing Lives, we provide a range of supported accommodation services for young people aged 16-25, offering safe, stable housing alongside tailored support services 🏠

Alice our Senior Fundraiser was recently at the Community Space in Eldon Square who have some spooktacular fun for the family coming up this Halloween 👻

We're still seeking a Trustee (Treasurer) with financial expertise to guide us in managing our resources effectively and contributing to our strategic direction here at Changing Lives.

Our teams attended the Recovery Walk 2025! This years walk was held in Wolverhampton, home to a number of our Changing Lives services supporting women 💜

Over the weekend, the Changing Lives Aftercare team — alongside other colleagues from the Northallerton hub — attended The Yorkshire Sober Social Afternoon Tea Party! 🫖

We’re calling for adult sexual exploitation (ASE) to be recognised in the upcoming Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) Strategy ❗ The ASE Partnership brings together Changing Lives, A WAY OUT Charity, The Angelou Centre, Basis Yorkshire, Together Women, GROW, WomenCentre, and Ashiana.

Meet Our New Senior Fundraiser, Alice Fisher 🎉 We sat down with Alice to hear all about her exciting new role leading the Fundraising team at Changing Lives, after joining us over seven years ago!

We are so pleased to announce we have been awarded almost £6,000 of @tnlcommunityfund.org.uk funding to create a brand new gym at Halton Lodge 🏋️ This space will be more than just a place to exercise — it will be a hub for connection, wellbeing, and opportunity.

A quick look back at Friday’s fantastic Pop Along event at the Maldron Hotel and Point Blank – what a day! From great conversations to sharp shooting and lots of pizza, we had a brilliant time 💜🕹️🍕

Check out what Faye Sunter, Director of Development from @changinglivesuk.bsky.social had to say about York's new Women's Accommodation service. Read full article here: yorknorthyorks-ca.gov.uk/new-service-...

New Service in York supporting vulnerable women facing homelessness. It was great to join partners from HM Prison & Probation Service & @changinglivesuk.bsky.social last week to visit York’s new women’s accommodation. Read the full article: eu1.hubs.ly/H0mpVCd0

If you haven't already be sure to check out the August edition of Northern Insight Magazine! 📢 This months copy features a piece from our CEO Stephen Bell highlighting the urgent crisis facing homelessness services and the critical importance of fundraising. Read the full article:

Time’s running out to support Changing Lives through the Co-op Local Community Fund 💜 Choose Changing Lives as your local cause on the Co-op app and you could win £500 for yourself and £5,000 for us in the Winners Share It All prize draw. 🎯 Already a member? Choose us as your cause here:

Heatwaves are dangerous for people who are #roughsleeping and #Homeless @changinglivesuk.bsky.social have some advice below ⬇️

Run the London Marathon 2026 for Changing Lives! 🏃‍♀️ We’ve got limited places for passionate fundraisers ready to make a difference. 💥 Option 1: £100 reg fee + £2,500 fundraising 💥 Option 2: £400 reg fee + £2,000 fundraising

Weekly Round-Up 🌟 Here’s what some of our lovely teams and residents have been up to this week across our projects: 🏕️ Whitehead Street Huge thanks to Support Worker Madalon for hosting a fun day at her caravan to raise funds for residents moving on. £250 was raised - Amazing work, Madalon! 🙌

A big thank you to Team Valley Group 💜 They're supporting us through one of their Summer Pop-Along networking events❗

Weekly Round-Up ⭐ Celebrating the powerful impact of our services across the country 💜 🎈 Eslington House Our young people enjoyed a 90's themed day, with games and classic 90's hits! There was lots of dancing, glow-stick making and buffet food which went down a treat!

Our Changing Lives Homeless Response Service (HRS) play a vital role in supporting people sleeping rough across North Tyneside and Northumberland. We provide practical, on-the-ground help to meet immediate needs, alongside providing advice and guidance to support long-term housing solutions 🏠

Make a Difference at the Dragon Boat Race 🐉 It’s time to gather your crew and take on the Dragon Boat Race on September 27th! Join us on the Tyne River and be part of the action, all while supporting Changing Lives.

Meet Taz 👋 We’re celebrating the journey of Taz, who has recently been promoted to Senior Support Worker at Harbour View, our supported accommodation for young people. But Taz’s story with Changing Lives began long before this milestone…

The Changing Lives Homeless Response Service were out early this morning to search for & support those experiencing rough sleeping in the North Tyneside area 📍 If you know someone or see anyone experiencing rough sleeping in North Tyneside or Northumberland...

Our Changing Lives IRIS Team were presented with a cheque by Jo Leek from the Wolverhampton BID team on behalf of The Alternative Giving Fund 💜 We've been awarded £3,682 to support women in who are being, or are at risk of being, sexually exploited & involved in sex work or ‘survival sex’.

Welcome to Changing Lives Taylor! 🌟 We’re thrilled to welcome Taylor Clancy as the newest member of the IRIS Project team 💜 Taylor has been a dedicated volunteer with us since June 2024, working as an evening outreach worker. Over the past 13 months, she’s become a valued member of the team.

We’re delighted to announce that we are expanding our service delivery offering here at Changing Lives’ with our North East MSHT services now in available across Durham & Darlington 📢 This has been made possible thanks to continued funding from Durham Police and Crime Commissioner.

What an incredible day we had at Hobson Golf Club last Friday for our annual Changing Lives Golf Day! ⛳ The sun was shining, the competition was fierce, and the generosity was overwhelming. Thanks to everyone who took part, we raised an amazing £4,000 for Young People's service in Stanley 🤝

We are thrilled to announce that our CRS Women's Criminal Justice Services West Midlands and Performance Team have achieved the highest possible rating of GREEN/GREEN in a recent inspection 📑

We are delighted to announce we are extending our support through a brand new Women's Centre in Scarborough 🙌 We'll support people to access a variety of services, including recovery and housing services, as well as health and financial advice.

This week marks both Employability Week and Alcohol Awareness Week 🌟 At Changing Lives, we believe that recovery and meaningful employment go hand in hand. That’s why our North Yorkshire IPS and Doncaster IPS services are here to support people in recovery on their journey back into work.

We’re proud to partner with Maki & Ramen to support NIDAS (Newcastle Integrated Domestic Abuse Services) 🍜 Every Monday, £1 from each ramen bowl sold (4–8pm, Newcastle branch) goes to help those affected by domestic abuse 💜

Meet Eleanor 👋 Eleanor recently stepped into the Project Lead role at Erimus House, our supported accommodation for young people. With over 20 years of experience in homelessness services and a deep passion for supporting young people, she brings a wealth of knowledge, compassion, and resilience 🏠

Changing Lives is proud to announce that we have renewed our membership with @dahalliance.bsky.social for the 2025–2026 year—marking our second year as members!

Run the Great North Run & Change a Life! 💪 Want to take on one of the UK’s most iconic races while supporting a life-changing charity? We have just ONE space left for the Great North Run 2025, and we’d love for you to join us!

We're seeking a Women's Outreach Link Worker to support the mobilisation of a new Women's Centre in Scarborough 🙌💜 This role is key to building strong community links, supporting the centre’s mobilisation, and delivering outreach support.

Last week, over 20 incredible volunteers from Grainger PLC’s Group Finance and Legal, Risk & Governance teams rolled up their sleeves and got stuck in at our Abbott House accommodation in Newcastle City Centre.

As temperatures rise this week, people who are sleeping rough are at a much greater risk from heat exhaustion. We all have a role to play in keeping each other safe. @homelesslink.bsky.social shared practical ways you can help this summer — from offering water to knowing when to call for support 💭

This Pride Month, let's talk about Homelessness 🏳️‍🌈 At Changing Lives, we believe that everyone deserves a safe place to call home — no matter who they are or who they love.

From Awareness to Action: Effective Partnerships for Supporting Survivors of Online Exploitation 🔍 Join our National Netreach Project for a powerful webinar exploring how statutory and non-statutory services can collaborate to support survivors of online exploitation—especially women and girls.

The government’s £39bn commitment to affordable housing is a long overdue and welcome step in the right direction. At Changing Lives, we know that safe, stable housing is the foundation for change—but funding alone won’t solve the housing crisis.