221 - Care packs to encourage Rough sleeping census participation - Sept 2025

 Last year we made a donation to assist with the Sheffield women’s rough sleeping census that was run by Solace Women’s Aid.


The census is designed to collect information about women who experience very hidden and high risk forms of homelessness such as rough sleeping.   It is not easy to reach these women, who are extremely marginalised and vulnerable - yet it is vital to encourage them to take part.  The charities Shelter,  Framework, SWWOP, Chocolate Box, IDAS and other  services are involved in the survey and experience has proven that offering a care pack for the women encourages more engagement.


This year the census will take place between  22 - 28  September 2025.

 

The organisers feel it is vital to gather this data to have a clearer picture of the issue within Sheffield and data will go towards a national report.  Findings relating to Sheffield are also shared with local commissioners within Sheffield City Council with the intention of highlighting the extent of the issue and for this data to inform future commissioning of services/accommodation for this cohort. 

 

We have given £150 towards the care packs and hope the organisers are able to reach as many women as possible to provide more information and encourage better services in future.

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