Who do we walk alongside?
We walk with anyone who needs us. Many of our clients have previously been homeless, are in supported accommodation, sofa surfing or vulnerably housed. We run courses, programs and activities tailored to our clients needs, empowering them in both a holistic and vocational sense.
Our courses are aimed at building self-worth, self-belief and giving people skills for life. We have drop-in groups that are designed to help our clients find community and build healthy relationships. Courses can take you a certain distance, but friendship, trust and connection are what changes lives.
What are clients looking for when the come to us?
Community
Social connection. Building trust, safety and a sense of routine is key.
Work
Work is crucial for building purpose and self-worth.
What kinds of course and activities do we run?
Coffee & Connect
Bike Maintenance
Recovery Rods
Feel Good Friday
Cooking 101
Carpentry
Barbering
Interview Skills
IT Course
See up-to-date details on which courses are currently running.
Why do we do what we do?
Graham came along to the interview course thinking he could maybe go for a picking and packing job in a warehouse. We introduced him to the coach who does mock-interviews with our clients.
At the end of her time with Graham she complimented him on how amazing his people skills were and that he should be looking for a job in that field. As she spoke those words of encouragement, his eyes started welling up and he was holding back tears.
His expectation for himself had been so low, but having someone speak into his life in this way impacted him so much. A fleeting interaction became a significant moment for him.
We see this time and time again – given the opportunity to reimagine their futures, clients end up being able to do so much more than they thought possible. Employment, stability and community becomes a reality.
From our clients
“HopeWorks has truly helped me change my life for the better. I’m the happiest I’ve ever been and am accomplishing things I never thought possible. If it wasn’t for HopeWorks, I don’t know where I’d be now.’
89% said Pathways activities helped their mental health.
“I gained employment through pathways voluntary work placement.”
78% said they felt a part of the Pathways community.
“I feel respected and valued.”
How can you support our clients?
Donate
Your donation can make someone’s dream a reality. Support our Pathways clients today.
Contact Pathways
Please contact pathways@hopeworksuk.org for client referrals.
