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"We don't really have a glossy annual review – more the traditional financial document – however I thought our latest newsletter might be of interest. There is lots of information about our accommodation services, Women’s Day Centre, resettlement work, social enterprise and some nice stories from some of the women who have been through the Project."
Reply To: Housing and homelessness – services for women with complex needs

"Launched by HRH Princess Margaret in 1996, The Marylebone Project is the largest centre in the UK dedicated to meeting the needs of homeless women. The Project is unique in so much that its core aims are to resettle women into independent housing, access education and to secure paid employment. This is reflected in our mission statement – 'Empowering homeless women into independent living'. The Project has two main drivers; accommodation & education/training. This combined approach provides a very effective module of practice, and in the past ten years alone we have helped around 7,000 homeless women back into society using this innovative model. Every day women access the Project for a variety of reasons ranging from domestic violence, financial crisis, sexual exploitation and mental health issues. Our Homeless Women’s Centre also helps a high proportion of refugees and asylum seekers as well as women who have been evicted from their homes or escaping domestic violence. Our accommodation facilities are comprised of 112 fully furnished single rooms, with shared kitchen and bathroom facilities. We also operate a number of specialised units providing emergency accommodation, mental health support and during 2012/13 we will be opening a domestic violence unit. In addition to our accommodation and the support services offered within it, we also operate the Homeless Women’s Day Centre. The Centre provides assistance and advice on housing, welfare benefits and immigration issues, and works to reduce homelessness through providing advice, education and practical support."
Reply To: Housing and homelessness – services for women with complex needs