The Facts Legisation on homelessness does not give a guarantee to housing for single homeless people. Very few single people experiencing homelessness will be aided by statutory organisations. Homeless people experience prejudice, humiliation, deprivation, exposure and stress. These people are more at risk of becoming involved in criminal behaviour, excessive drinking, drug misuse and prostitution.
Homeless people have little or no social support.
Many young homeless people have previously resided in Social Services Care Homes or are from an unstable background. Homeless people need all the support they can get. The Society of St James aims to resettle homeless people by providing the right opportunities and the stable base we all need. Approximately 40 people sleep rough every night in Southampton. The Society of St James has 177 bedspaces in various properties around the City.