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How support from Crisis helped Bradley

For most of us, home is a place of safety. For Bradley, it was an isolated wood on the outskirts of Edinburgh. It was the only place he felt he could protect himself and his dog, Bole, from the dangers of the street.

Because of supporters like you, Crisis were able to help him:

Secure safe accommodation
After being evicted and forced to sleep on sofas and in the woods, Bradley got the support he needed to challenge the council. With Michelle’s help, they agreed to cover temporary accommodation, giving him a safer place to stay.

Access health and wellbeing support
Living with chronic pain from sciatica and a herniated disc, Bradley had been without proper medical care. And after the loss of his mum and a difficult period of alcohol dependence, Bradley was struggling to cope. With support, he registered with a GP, considered emotional support, and began taking steps toward a working ability assessment.

Regain independence and stability
Through one-to-one support and advice, Bradley is building the skills and confidence to move forward. This includes working towards financial stability and a more secure future.

Today, Bradley is taking important steps forward. With the right support around him, he’s rebuilding his life.

 

Bradley stands in a kitchen pouring from a kettle into a mug. He looks content.

“I think that Crisis should be getting screamed about from everywhere. You’re treated like family.”
— Bradley, former Crisis member

This year, more people urgently need your support to take their next step out of homelessness.

Rough sleeping is rising fast, with a 20% increase in the last year**. Behind every number is someone facing danger, isolation and uncertainty. The average age of death for someone rough sleeping is just 45 years old, and half have been physically attacked. Your support has never been more urgent.

With your help, someone facing homelessness could:

  • Find safe, stable accommodation away from the streets
  • Access vital healthcare, advocacy and ongoing support
  • Begin to rebuild their mental wellbeing after trauma and loss
  • Take steps toward independence, with training, coaching and practical support

Please give today and help someone like Bradley move out of crisis and toward a safer, more secure future.

Donate now

**Source: The homelessness monitor: England 2025

Bradley sits on a park bench looking at the camera. His rucksack and coat are placed next to him.

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*One-off donations to this appeal will be matched £1-for-£1 up to a total of £100,000.

Matching is available until this fund is exhausted or until 30 June 2026, whichever is sooner.

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