The Simon Community

Why choose The Simon Community?

The Simon Community was started in 1963 to reach out to the homeless as a community-based alternative to institutionalized support systems. The Simon Community houses volunteers along with the homeless to create an equal community that works together to create services for the homeless of London.

Website

www.simoncommunity.org.uk

Founded

1963

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I was there from Jan 2019-Oct 2019 and it has been the best decision I have ever made. It is a community where they care about their volunteers and their guests[homeless people] nd you experience at a personal level that you don't want to leave this wonderful place. You are able to interact and learn from others and make you feel welcome. If you can ever volunteer please do at this place. Rachel Cullen[manager] is the most caring, strong and admirable person you can ever work with. If I can ever go back again and volunteer this will be my place to go. You le a r some much about yourself and from others that you leave with a different perspective in life

What was the most surprising thing you saw or did?

Every day was something new and surprising since you will always meet new people

I have never, and probably will never, meet a place like The Simon Community. I was a little nervous traveling from the US to the U.K at first but I'm glad I did. Throughout my time here I have learned a lot about homelessness and have really grown as a person. I am forver thankful and gratefully to have spent a couple of months at The Simon Community in London. The work can be stressful at times but self rewarding. They are always looking for volunteers and the staff is so amzing and friendly so don't be scared to email them.

We provided street outreach and support to people living on the streets in London. We brought them to an emergency night shelter, and helped them to find transitional housing through one of the longer term houses available through the Simon Community. We lived in the shelter and among the homeless guests. It was communal living, and we received a modest stipend for basic living expenses. It was an incredible experience, and one that I will never forget!!