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Bedford-Based Chair Appointed to Board at SMART CJSThere are big changes at the top of SMART CJS, as current Chair of the board of trustees, Dave Rawcliffe, steps down after five years, handing over to Bedford-based property lawyer Chantal Thomas. Keara O’Connor, a Milton Keynes-based Project Manager also joins the board as a new trustee. Read more »
Planning the Future of the SMART Prebend Centre – We Want Your Help!Your opinion matters! We need YOUR HELP to shape the future of the SMART Prebend Homeless Centre in Bedford. Complete a short survey and help us to help others Read more »
SMART CJS NEWS BULLETIN ISSUE 10Exciting and uplifting news from SMART CJS’s projects in Bedford, Milton Keynes and Oxford - A landmark moment, positive developments and heartfelt feedback. Read more »
Landmark Moment in Bedford – Rogers Court is Open!SMART CJS is proud to announce that Rogers Court, Bedford is open! It will support former homeless and rough sleepers in 20 individual, self-contained accommodation units and help people back on their feet to a positive future. Read more »
SMART HOWARD HOUSE ONLINE SURVEY GOES LIVEAre you a former resident at Howard House or do know someone who has taken part in the programme? Have you have previously volunteered at the service? Have been involved with the service in another way? We need your help. Read more »
SMART CJS NEWS BULLETIN ISSUE 9Take a peek at what's been happening across SMART CJS services... In this edition: Volunteers, VIPs and a trip to Blenheim Palace. Read more »
SMART CJS NEWS BULLETIN ISSUE 8The SMART News Bulletin covers all SMART CJS’s projects and provides local contacts. The May edition celebrates our wonderful people doing amazing things. Read more »
SMART CJS IMPACT REPORT 2020: A YEAR OF CHANGESDuring 2020 we have helped at least 1500 individuals who have experienced rough sleeping and homelessness, and/or substance misuse. We believe that everyone needs a little help sometimes and, with trust, respect and honesty, people can make incredible changes. The 2020 report celebrates outstanding achievements made by amazing people! Read more »