The FreshTies online magazine discusses how homelessness remains a concern in the UK this Christmas. Our journalist Rhys Thomas reports on the issue in his article here.
The statistics in the article are shocking. According to homeless charity Shelter there will be 75,000 homeless children on Christmas Day this year.
Here at FreshTies we want to do everything we can to help those in difficult situations.
These are our tips on how we can all do our bit to help:
Time
Christmas is a time for spending with family, however for some people this is not possible and Christmas is spent alone on the street. Offering your time to volunteer can help homeless people. There are many opportunities to get involved with homeless shelters so you can volunteer some of your Christmas time for others.
Money
Christmas is a time to wrap up warm inside your house, however some people do not have this luxury. Offering your money can help homeless and low income people. There are many different charities you can donate to which aim to help people find accommodation such as Shelter and Crisis.
Food
Christmas is a time where many of us indulge in excessive amounts of food, however some people will not have enough to feed themselves or their families. Offering food can help homeless and low income people. Food banks distribute food which is donated to homeless and low income families. Find a food bank in your area and find out how you could help.
Toys
Christmas is a time where many children are treated with presents, however some will not receive any. Offering toys and items to meet children’s basic needs can help homeless and low income families. You can help by creating a ‘Toybox’. There are many places toy boxes are collected and distributed, so find out where there is one in your local area and fill a box with goodies for children this Christmas.
For more articles on current affairs and issues check out the FreshTies online magazine.
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