I recently learnt about the value of 'weak-tie' relationships. Weak-tie relationships are our casual acquaintances - people we barely know and who we don't count as friends. But, surprisingly, 'weak-tie' relationships are vital for our wellbeing.
Read MoreYesterday, we were delighted to welcome Felicity Buchan, the Minister for Housing and Homelessness, Dean Russell MP, and representatives of Watford Borough Council to the Haven.
Read MoreClick here to watch our two short films from the 2023 New Hope Celebration service an learn a little more about the people we help and the support we offer.
Read MoreCultivate has grown into a key part of New Hope’s service delivery providing a comprehensive range of activities to support people in maintaining and improving their mental health.
Read MoreThis month we are holding our annual celebration service, Light in the Darkness, at St Luke’s Church, Watford.
The programme includes a short video looking at how New Hope brings light into the darkness – and currently, the world does look very bleak with the cost of living crisis, evictions, repossessions, escalating energy costs, addictions, loneliness, depression, anxiety, debt, hunger, and cold.
Read MoreFor the first time since the Covid-19 pandemic began, the number of people officially recorded as rough sleeping has increased.
Read MoreOur latest annual review is now available to read online.
Read MoreThank you so much to everyone who gave to In From the Cold, our Christmas appeal. Over £40,000 was given to help people experiencing homelessness in Watford!
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