When people think about homelessness, they often think about rough sleeping or emergency accommodation. But for many people, the first place they turn to for help is a day centre. Research from Homeless Link shows that around 168 day services
A new UK trial has explored what happens when young people leaving care receive a one-off £2,000 payment with no conditions attached. The research found that this small amount of financial support helped improve housing stability, wellbeing and health for
Today marks World Social Work Day, recognising the people who work every day to support individuals, families and communities through some of life’s most difficult challenges. This year’s theme is “Co-Building Hope and Harmony: A Harambee Call to Unite a
When people think about homelessness, they often think the answer is simply food or money. But the reality is more complex. At SMART, these are some of the things we often see people needing when they come through our doors.
📢 Council tax support changes and what this means for our community. Central Bedfordshire Council has approved changes to its Local Council Tax Support scheme for working-age residents. From 1 April 2026, households in Bands 1, 2 and 3 will
Could you support SMART each month through payroll giving? Did you know you can donate to SMART straight from your salary before tax is deducted? It’s one of the simplest and most tax-efficient ways to support our work at the
