OWNS | homeless charity in Oxford, UK.
OWNS supports
people who
are homeless in
Oxford city,
helping them to live
a fuller life.
We were founded by Christian churches from many denominations,
and we aim to serve Christ—or, each of our guests—
through the way we welcome
and care for them.
We do this through
Oxford Winter Night Shelter,
and all year round through
The Living Room.
The Living Room (TLR)
OWNS provides support all through the year via the Living Room. The Living Room—TLR—is a day centre where guests will receive hospitality and compassion. Our facilities include a hot shower, the ability to wash clothes, and use of laptops.
If you know anyone who might like to attend a session at TLR—or would like to do so yourself—please contact St Mungo’s to be referred.
“This place is a blessing. I really don’t know what I would do without all the facilities on offer, and the staff are always kind and helpful.”
A thank you message from a TLR guest, summer 2023.
Oxford Winter Night
Shelter
OWNS supports the rough sleepers in Oxford each night during January through to March. The Night Shelter offers dormitory-style accommodation, which is typically in church halls.
Night Shelter guests:
sleep in safety
have a friendly chat
use a safe, private toilet in the night
have a hot drink and simple hot food made for them
go to bed in fresh linen with a warm, dry sleeping bag and blanket
can dry wet clothes
can talk to a volunteer any time during the night
If you know anyone who might like to attend the Night Shelter—or would like to do so yourself—contact St Mungo’s to be referred. Access is only available to those who are rough sleeping when the shelter is open.
“Even the simplest thing like remembering how I like my hot chocolate…or bringing in marshmallows for it, just makes me feel human.”
A Night Shelter guest, winter 2022-23.
Related to these projects on our website:
External links related to ‘TLR’ and ‘Winter Night Shelter’:
OHM is the information portal for our local homeless community:
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