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Sam Dorney-Smith, Research Associate, IMPROVE @inclusivepeolc.bsky.social · 2h

Day 1 & 2 of IMPROVE filming complete. Our fab @PathwayUK EbEs have been filmed & have created images for the updated programme. Massive thanks to them. #homelessnessandpalliativecare @brionyhudson.bsky.social @pathwayuk.bsky.social @itsgroundswell.bsky.social @mariecurieuk.bsky.social @ucl.ac.uk

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Groundswell charity @itsgroundswell.bsky.social · 1d

We're recruiting! 👀

Could you be our new People Manager (maternity cover)?

Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Salary: £36,000-39,000 dependent on experience
Contract: Fixed term for up to 12 months, hybrid

To find out more, visit: bit.ly/3NrFEgV

#PeopleManager #CharityJob #JobSeekers #MaternityCover

Groundswell charity @itsgroundswell.bsky.social · 2d

On November 20th, we will have exciting performances from special guests, Groundswell volunteers and staff, and a whole room of amazing people to celebrate the work we do!

We'd love for you to be there.

Grab your tickets for our London event: bit.ly/3VJDnlW

#Donations #Charity #Homelessness

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London Network of Nurses and Midwives Homelessness Group @lnnmhomeless.bsky.social · 3d

Need a bit of inspiration & re-energising?! Join our conference to listen & share ideas on reducing health inequity - Poster comp & Ab Fab awards too! Fri 14th Nov, only £35! homelesshealthnetwork.net/lnnm-confere... @pathwayuk.bsky.social @crystaloldman.bsky.social @itsgroundswell.bsky.social

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Groundswell charity @itsgroundswell.bsky.social · 6d

On November 20th, we'll be holding a celebration event and launching our winter appeal at St Giles' Cripplegate 🎉

We can't wait to welcome supporters to hear the voices of people with lived experience of homelessness and celebrate what we do.

Find out more: bit.ly/3VJDnlW

#Homelessness

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Groundswell charity @itsgroundswell.bsky.social · 7d

Need help with your health? 🏥

Then look no further! We make accessible health guides aimed at people experiencing #Homelessness and those who support them on a range of health concerns.

You can download/view them on our hub: groundswell.org.uk/resources/

Text reads resources for you on an orange background

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Groundswell charity @itsgroundswell.bsky.social · 8d

Our Homeless Health Peer Advocates help people to attend their health appointments and support them with their health.

Sometimes the first step is a tea or a coffee to build a relationship.

This #NationalCoffeeDay, we're raising a mug to our fantastic HHPA team ☕

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Groundswell charity @itsgroundswell.bsky.social · 9d

At Groundswell, we’re all Creating Positive Change through:

Stronger Voices
Healthier Lives
Better Futures

We will only achieve this by working collaboratively – we are Greater Together.

Read more about our strategy: groundswell.org.uk/who-we-are/a...

#Strategy #Homeslessness

Graphic of a venn diagram with 'our goals' as the title. Arrow with the words greater together on them and in the middle, 3 circles with healthier lives, stronger voices and better futures, with creating positive change in the space in the middle

Groundswell charity @itsgroundswell.bsky.social · 10d

We are recruiting for 2 x roles!

-A Senior Women’s Case Worker

-A Senior Pan London Case Worker and Duty Worker

You can find out more about both on our website: groundswell.org.uk/get-involved...

#CharityJobs #Recruitment #JobSeekers #Homelessness

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Groundswell charity @itsgroundswell.bsky.social · 14d

Our mission is to bring people together to:

-Amplify voices of people with lived experience to create solutions to homelessness and health inequalities.
-Stand in solidarity and champion their rights, to create positive change.

Read more about our new strategic aims here:

#Charity #Homelessness

Text reads Our mission is to bring people together to:
Amplify voices of people with lived experience to create solutions to homelessness and health inequalities.
Stand in solidarity and champion their rights, to create positive change. Image of a woman and a man in conversation.

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Groundswell charity @itsgroundswell.bsky.social · 15d

We're recruiting!

If you think you could be our new Senior Women’s Case Worker, apply now!

Salary: £33,500-36,000 DOE
Contract: Fixed term until April 2026 (possibility for extension)
Location: Outreach across 11 London boroughs, office in Kennington
D/L: Oct 15th

👉 bit.ly/3NrFEgV

#CharityJobs

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Groundswell charity @itsgroundswell.bsky.social · 16d

Sometimes a simple act can have profound effects.

That's what our Homeless Health Peer Advocacy team do every day.

One client says: "I am so grateful that you helped me to attend my appointment today.”

One appointment can be the start of a journey into better health.

#Homelessness #Health

Testimonial reads: "I am so grateful that you helped me to attend my appointment today. ” - HHPA client

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Groundswell charity @itsgroundswell.bsky.social · 17d

A bridge between homelessness and health - our series of videos and resources on running successful health promotion sessions with people experiencing homelessness.

Have you watched them yet? 🎥

Find out more here: bit.ly/4eLRK0q

Screenshot of Groundswell's practical considerations when planning a health promotion or in-reach session video

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Groundswell charity @itsgroundswell.bsky.social · 20d

We're recruiting!

If you think you could be our new Senior Pan London Case Worker and Duty Worker, apply now!

Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours/5 days per week.
Salary: £33,500-36,000 dependent on experience
Hybrid
Deadline: Oct 15th

More info: bit.ly/3NrFEgV

#CharityJobs #JobSeekers #Homelessness

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Groundswell charity @itsgroundswell.bsky.social · 21d

A regular donation ensures the longevity of our vital work supporting people experiencing homelessness with accessing the healthcare they need.

Would you like to contribute to this life-changing support?

Donate now: bit.ly/3xMFlsF

#Homelessness #Health #Donations

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London Network of Nurses and Midwives Homelessness Group @lnnmhomeless.bsky.social · 24d

Join us at the LNNM conference - Friday 14th Nov! homelesshealthnetwork.net/lnnm-publica... And nominate a deserving colleague for an Ab Fab award – winners revealed on the day! homelesshealthnetwork.net/lnnm-ab-fab-... @pathwayuk.bsky.social @crystaloldman.bsky.social @itsgroundswell.bsky.social

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Groundswell charity @itsgroundswell.bsky.social · 24d

A few years ago, we did some research into Women, Homelessness and Health, finding:

-74% of women who are homeless have a physical health issue
-64% were experiencing mental health issues.

We believe women's health & homelessness deserve more attention.

Read more: bit.ly/4mGKKWO

#EveryWoman

Graphic of a woman holding an injured shoulder, a woman experiencing domestic abuse, a women with mental health issues, a woman who looks upset and troubled

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Groundswell charity @itsgroundswell.bsky.social · 26d

📣If you want to know more about our new resources, news, or join our campaign to combat health inequality, you can sign up here: groundswell.org.uk/get-involved...

#Newsletters #Health #Homelessness #SupportUs

Groundswell charity @itsgroundswell.bsky.social · 27d

A big well done to our colleague, Emma-Jane, who completed The Big Half last Sunday! 🏃‍♀️‍➡️

If you'd like to support Groundswell runners, visit: fundraising.groundswell.org.uk/fundraising/...

Thanks to everyone who ran and supported us!

#Fundraising #TheBigHalf

A woman is running in a competitive race along a road, wearing shorts, a grey t-shirt and sunglasses.

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Groundswell charity @itsgroundswell.bsky.social · 28d

It can be tough sometimes and we all struggle.

To help, we developed a health guide on Mental health & homelessness, made in partnership with Mind back in 2022.

There's lots of great content and advice in there which is still useful.

Check it out: bit.ly/3DHJnWV

#MentalHealth

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Groundswell charity @itsgroundswell.bsky.social · Sep 9

Thank you to our Emergency Services for supporting our clients when they need it most.

They provide vital transport and emergency care for the people we support experiencing homelessness and health issues.

#999Day

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Groundswell charity @itsgroundswell.bsky.social · Sep 8

Need help with your health? 🏥

Then look no further! We make accessible health guides aimed at people experiencing #Homelessness and those who support them on a range of health concerns.

You can download/view them on our hub: groundswell.org.uk/resources/

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London Network of Nurses and Midwives Homelessness Group @lnnmhomeless.bsky.social · Sep 8

The LNNM conference is here again! Join us and feel rejuvenated after a day with people who inspire you… Fri 14th November in Waterloo. Tickets £35 are available here - homelesshealthnetwork.net/lnnm-publica... See you there! @theqicn.bsky.social @pathwayuk.bsky.social @itsgroundswell.bsky.social

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Groundswell charity @itsgroundswell.bsky.social · Sep 5

It's the #InternationalDayofCharity!

We want to celebrate all the charities working in the health and homelessness sectors, helping us with the work we do and supporting the same causes as us.

And thank you to our followers for also supporting us!

Groundswell charity @itsgroundswell.bsky.social · Sep 3

Have you watched our film, Clarissa? 🎥 A film created to improve the health of people affected by homelessness, through better understanding of their experiences.

You can watch the video and download the resource pack here: groundswell.org.uk/resources/cl...

#Homelessness #Clarissa

Screenshot of Groundswell's film Clarissa. A woman with short hair is sitting against a wall looking sad. She's wearing a warm coat, combat trousers and there's a rucksack next to her.