Salvation Army

Welcome to Blackpool Citadel Salvation Army

We are a Christian church focused on Jesus, seeking the welfare of Blackpool by putting our faith into action.

Services include:

• Homelessness Help:

The Bridge Project at Blackpool Citadel is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday for the homeless hub drop-in 9-11am and then hot meals from 12.00-2.00pm.

• The Community Wardrobe:

A store of good quality, preloved clothing that is available to people in Blackpool and the Fylde coast who need support with clothing. We can offer clothing for babies, children and adults, There is no charge.

Anyone requiring an appointment can either call into our church building and speak to someone on the reception desk or contact us by phone, 01253 626114, or email blackpool@salvationarmy.org.uk. One of the volunteer team who run the community wardrobe will then make contact to arrange an appointment with you.

Donations of good quality clothing and shoes will be gratefully received at the main entrance to the Salvation army on weekdays between 10am and 3pm or by contacting us at a convenient time.

We offer a safe, supportive environment for individuals, helping them make positive choices about their current circumstances.

Discovery House provides  supported housing to single adults experiencing homelessness. Clients stay with us for up to two years.

Our programme is designed to help our clients craft a new sense of self, renew their sense of independence and control, and realise their potential as members of the community.

Service includes:

We offer a personal service that focuses on the strengths of each individual, and supports them in areas they wish to develop. This might include:

• Accessing sustainable accommodation

• Learning skills in budgeting, paying bills, managing debt and dealing with paperwork

• Accessing employment, training, education, and voluntary work

• Pursuing personal interests.

• Signposting to specialist services, including substance misuse, mental health or domestic violence services

How to access:

Discovery/ Endeavour/Independence house are part of The Connect Manchester Supported housing consortium working in partnership with key providers in the city.

All referrals are made via the Manchester Access and Support (MAS) Gateway, which is an online assessment and referral system operated by Manchester City Council.

If you are an Agency wishing to make referrals on behalf of an individual and do not currently have access to the MASS Gateway, please contact the MAS Gateway Team at masgateway@manchester.gov.uk .

Help to find and apply for jobs.

Services include:

• Work Club
• Unpaid work experience
• Interview skills

How to access:

Through Thursday morning drop in or by referral from other services

We offer a safe, supportive environment for individuals, helping them make positive choices about their current circumstances.

Independence House provides supported housing to single adults experiencing homelessness. Clients stay with us for up to two years.

Our programme is designed to help our clients craft a new sense of self, renew their sense of independence and control, and realise their potential as members of the community.

Service includes:

We offer a personal service that focuses on the strengths of each individual, and supports them in areas they wish to develop. This might include:

• Accessing sustainable accommodation

• Learning skills in budgeting, paying bills, managing debt and dealing with paperwork

• Accessing employment, training, education, and voluntary work

• Pursuing personal interests.

• Signposting to specialist services, including substance misuse, mental health or domestic violence services

How to access:

Discovery/ Endeavour/Independence house are part of The Connect Manchester Supported housing consortium working in partnership with key providers in the city.

All referrals are made via the Manchester Access and Support (MAS) Gateway, which is an online assessment and referral system operated by Manchester City Council.

If you are an Agency wishing to make referrals on behalf of an individual and do not currently have access to the MASS Gateway, please contact the MAS Gateway Team at masgateway@manchester.gov.uk .

Drop in Job club

• Volunteering
• Work Club