What We Give To People Who Engage With Us
Increased physical activity
Low rates of physical activity are significantly more common amongst homeless people compared to the general population. Hence our core aim being the promotion of physical activity.
Since January 2017 staff have engaged with 144 homeless people encouraging them to get active and involved. The club have delivered 73 coaching sessions, 4 monthly Match days and attended 3 tournaments in Manchester (Runners up) Wales (winners) and Scotland (Player of the tournament award) and played one corporate match at Prenton Park, Tranmere.
GT age 29 “Just actually getting out of bed is an issue for me, but on footy days I jump up early and run down to meet the lads.”
Improved mental well-being
Well-being sessions are proving very successful and mindfulness is becoming an important part of all our activities. Many of the participants have commented that meeting new people and the camaraderie helps them feel less stressed and more able to participate. 85% felt healthier and more confident with 81% feeling less stressed.
LG aged 32 “I can’t believe I passed, especially when I can’t concentrate properly. It’s all down to you lot, you all make me laugh and make me feel good. Your support means a lot.”
Reduced isolation and feeling included:
Due to their chaotic lifestyles a lot of homeless people often experience isolation and loneliness. 92% of respondents to the survey enjoyed making new friends and found that spending time with others helps them to become more sociable and more optimistic about the future.
AC aged 55 “I got the train here this morning, with all the workers and I felt part of it. I felt alive, I haven’t felt like this for ages.”
