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Contact is a supportive home helping young women in Manchester move past the ‘what now?’ of homelessness into what’s next for a better life.

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Leah’s StoryStories

Leah’s Story

At 16, Leah* (name changed) arrived at Contact after ‘sofa surfing’ for several months - an exhausting and unpredictable way to live. Lacking a fixed address and the guidance from parents, she…
08.07.26
SAS Daniels’ Charity AbseilFundraising

SAS Daniels’ Charity Abseil

On Saturday 27th June, SAS Daniels once again took on a monumental challenge in their ongoing support for Contact. Watching the team step over the edge of Trafford Palazzo was a reminder…
08.07.26
Alex’s Maternity LeaveNews

Alex’s Maternity Leave

Our amazing support worker, Alex, has started her maternity leave. Although we'll be seeing plenty of baby photos, Contact Hostel won't quite be the same without her around for a little while.…
08.07.26

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Leah’s StoryStories

Leah’s Story

At 16, Leah* (name changed) arrived at Contact after ‘sofa surfing’ for several months - an exhausting and unpredictable way to live. Lacking a fixed address and the guidance from parents, she…
08.07.26
Jade’s StoryStories

Jade’s Story

When Jade* arrived at Contact, she was 16 and home no longer felt like home. Her relationship with her mum had broken down after her mum’s new partner moved in, and things…
18.03.26
Anya’s StoryStories

Anya’s Story

Anya came to Contact when she was 17. At a time of significant change in her life, we were able to offer her the stability she needed to complete her studies and…
19.11.25