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Despite ongoing efforts to provide stable housing for people leaving custody or on probation through our services, we understand that homelessness remains an issue across the UK. Many individuals face significant barriers, such as lack of affordable housing, limited support networks, and stigma, that make reintegration challenging. Without a safe place to stay, the risk of reoffending and poor health outcomes increases dramatically.
In a move to support people experiencing homelessness across the Midlands, Ingeus’ Creating Future Opportunities (CFO) Evolution team has partnered with Sleep Pod, a grassroots charity providing emergency shelters to rough sleepers across the UK. This partnership reflects our wider commitment to helping people leaving custody or on probation secure safe, stable housing, giving them the foundation for rebuilding their lives. CFO Evolution supports people to successfully transition back into the community. We help through providing a holistic approach, providing personalised plans, access to dedicated advisors, and collaborating with local organisations.
The innovative Sleep Pods are designed to offer immediate protection from harsh weather conditions, helping frontline charities connect with rough sleepers and deliver vital support directly on the streets. The pods are simple to use, easy to carry, and given free to charity partners thanks to Sleep Pods fundraising efforts.
Christopher Bentley, Activity Facilitator for CFO Evolution, said:
“This initiative reflects CFO Evolution’s ongoing commitment to social impact and community wellbeing. Sleep Pod is a fantastic organisation that utilises people serving sentences in HMP Peterborough to build and assemble these tents to combat the UK's homeless crisis. We have 20 Sleep Pods which will be distributed across the Nottingham, Derby, and Leicester Activity Hubs throughout the winter months, offering a lifeline to those facing freezing temperatures without shelter.”
Katie Matthews, Sleep Pod’s General Manager, said:
“We’re grateful to CFO Evolution for helping us reach more people in need this winter. This will help us make sure we provide safety and essential support to those who need it most.”
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