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Young adults, aged 21, 23 and 25, explain how they came to need our services and support.
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Shrewsbury Ark
Nov 64 min read
Celebrating Trustees’ Week: The vital role of trustees at The Shrewsbury Ark
Putting the spotlight on the vital role our volunteer trustees have at the Shrewsbury Ark
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Shrewsbury Ark
Nov 52 min read
5 ways to be an Ark Angel this Christmas
Help us bring some Christmas cheer to homeless and vulnerable people in our community.
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Shrewsbury Ark
Oct 103 min read
World Homeless Day 2024. An awareness day that shouldn't exist…
World Homeless Day, observed internationally on 10 October every year, aims to raise awareness about the needs of people who currently...
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Shrewsbury Ark
Oct 13 min read
Change in service delivery transforms lives and reduces anti-social behaviour
In the lead up to World Homeless Day , 10 October, we've taken a moment to look back on how far the Ark has come since its bold...
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Shrewsbury Ark
Aug 93 min read
Thoughts from the street: walking away from trouble
In the third of our blog series written by a person experiencing homelessness, Ian who we support, explains some of the recent and past...
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Shrewsbury Ark
Jun 271 min read
Who Get's Your Vote?
With a general election just around the corner we asked Ark Volunteer George who studies Politics, Philosophy and Economics at Oxford...
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Shrewsbury Ark
Jun 255 min read
Small (but mighty) Charity week
Giving a big shout out to all Shropshire’s small charities and the big impact they make in Small Charity Week, 24-28 June 2024 Small...
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Shrewsbury Ark
Jun 253 min read
Thoughts from the street: what is home?
In the second of our blog series written by a person experiencing homelessness, Ian who we support, gives an insight into his story and...
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Jun 184 min read
The Shrewsbury Ark Takes Pride
June is Pride Month in the UK, and the campaign aim is to celebrate love and diversity. Organisers across the country have a range of...
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Shrewsbury Ark
Jun 121 min read
Ark AGM - 2nd July, 2024
The Shrewsbury Christian Centre Association, which operates The Shrewsbury Ark, warmly invites its members and generous supporters in the...
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Shrewsbury Ark
Jun 102 min read
Thoughts from the street: changing perceptions
Every person living on our streets has a story. Ian who we support, shares his experiences of living on the streets and some of the...
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Shrewsbury Ark
Jun 45 min read
Volunteers’ Week 2024 3-9 June 2024
This week, 3rd to 9th June, we are celebrating Volunteers’ Week and putting our hands together to applaud the many people who freely give...
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Shrewsbury Ark
May 203 min read
Mental health and homelessness
Mental health and homelessness This week is Mental Health Awareness week, we are putting the spotlight on mental health and homelessness....
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Shrewsbury Ark
May 11 min read
Calling all lovers of musicals!
On Sat 15th June 2024, join us for a night at the West End! See stars from the stage perform a variety of favourites from West End...
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Shrewsbury Ark
Mar 76 min read
"Women's Problems"
March 8th is International Women's Day and we’re drawing attention to the realties women face living on our streets. International...
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Shrewsbury Ark
Dec 20, 20234 min read
Sarah's Story: Being Homeless in Shrewsbury
Sarah is currently rough sleeping in Shrewsbury, her experience goes to show that homelessness really can happen to anyone. Her story is...
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Shrewsbury Ark
Dec 12, 20233 min read
The Ark's Tree of Hopes and Dreams: A Symbol of Resilience and Renewal
In the heart of our town, amidst the bustling streets and under the twinkling lights, there is a story of hope, perseverance, and the...
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Shrewsbury Ark
Nov 24, 20232 min read
"Our safe space has opened up again, but it's so much better than before."
The day centre open it's doors again this week, with new procedures in place to keep everyone safe and ensure we're supporting those who...
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Shrewsbury Ark
Nov 14, 20233 min read
*Press Release*The Shrewsbury Ark Reopens as a Referral-Only Service.
The Shrewsbury Ark, a pivotal resource for homeless and vulnerable people in Shropshire, is set to reopen its doors, to people...
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