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ACCESSING SUPPORT

The Beckenham SVP has compiled a list of local organisations that can help with various issues.

Please note:

  • This list is geared towards local organisations where possible.
  • Non-local organisations are listed as well where applicable or necessary.
  • We regrettably can’t promise that all information will be kept up to date. It was correct as of May 2025.

If you spot any mistakes or have any suggestions for organisations that should be listed here, please email us.

 

I NEED HELP

Help with housing issues

HOMELESSNESS

I don’t have anywhere to stay tonight

  • Bromley Homeless Advice Service: phone 0208 460 0042 (open Monday to Friday 10am to 4pm at the United Reformed Church in central Bromley (next to Boots))
  • Bromley Council emergency homelessness service: phone 0300 303 8671

I’m living on the streets

RENT

I’m being threatened with eviction / think I may become homeless

I can't afford my rent

Help with social issues

LONELINESS

I’m suffering loneliness

  • Bromley Council Befriending, visit: https://www.bromley.gov.uk/befriending
  • Bromley Well: call 0808 278 7898, visit: https://www.bromleywell.org.uk/
  • I want to attend a local community lunch:
    • Christ Church Community lunch: 12:30pm 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month, booking essential, visit http://www.ccb.org.uk/community-lunch/ or call  07570 999 657
    • Green Bird Cafe, St John’s Church, Eden Park: open every Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday 9:30am to 2pm
  • Radio Maria DAB digital radio.
    • How to listen:
          • Radio: You will need a DAB+ (digital radio London). For DAB+ choose: ‘Radio Maria England’ (the radio channels are in alphabetical order). For DAB: Band 11C 220.352 MHz, for Cambridgeshire and the surrounding areas.
          • Smartphone: Download the Radio Maria Play app from the Android Play Store and the Apple App
          • Computer: Please visit the website at: radiomariaengland.uk/how-to-listen-to-us
          • Podcast: Spotify, Apply Podcasts, Anchor, Overcast and RadioMariaEngland.uk

I’m suffering from abuse and have a family

SPECIFIC SITUATIONS

I’m a carer and I'm struggling

Help with financial issues

FOOD

I can't afford food

  • Local foodbanks:
    • Citygate Church: go to 22 Rectory Road, Beckenham, BR3 1JA, email Info@citygatechurch.co.uk, call +44 20 8662 6850
    • Living Well Bromley, Holy Trinity Church, 66 Lennard Road, London, SE20 7LX : email hello@livingwell.life, call 07864591607 or visit livingwell.life
    • Bromley Borough Foodbank (Trussell Trust): call 0800 920 2324
    • Anerley Team Ministry Foodbank, call 020 8778 7014
    • Hayes Community Foodbank, call 07719 952 047 or email hayescommunityfoodbank@gmail.com 
    • Lewisham Donation Hub, visit https://lewishamdonationhub.org/, go to Place Ladywell, 261 Lewisham High Street – Open Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 11:30am to 2:30pm

FURNITURE / APPLIANCES

I can't afford an essential item of furniture / large electrical appliance

CHILDREN

I can’t afford basic toys or equipment for my baby / young children

I can’t afford clothes for my children

BILLS / UTILITIES

I'm struggling to afford my utility bills

I can’t afford my council tax

DEBT

I require assistance with debt

EMPLOYMENT / BENEFITS

I’m unemployed and need help with my CV / job search

I need help with Universal Credit claims, welfare benefits, charitable grants, and support services

I need some advice or help filling-in forms

TRANSPORT

I need to get somewhere

Help with health issues

HEALTH

  • I or someone I know is struggling with a physical disability

    • Someone I know is suffering from dementia

    • St Edmunds Drop-in Cafe: email stedmundsdropin@gmail.com

    I or someone I know has a long term health condition

    MENTAL HEALTH

    I or someone I know is suffering from severe mental health issues

    I or someone I know is struggling with autism or learning difficulties

    I WANT TO HELP

    All of the above-mentioned organisations would probably welcome help. In addition, some not mentioned are:

    I’m a woman who wants to use and develop her talents for good

    • Catholic Women’s League (Beckenham Section)
      • Contact St Edmund’s Parish Office

    I want to help raise money for local charities
    I want to donate furniture
    I want to host someone in my home

    I want to help maintain Beckenham

    I want to donate to SVP Beckenham

    • Give online to: SVP (St Edmund of Canterbury – Beckenham), S/C 60-60-04, A/C 46076190.
    • Give at Church in an envelope through the presbytery door 
    • – Please complete a gift-aid form to boost your donation by 25p of Gift Aid for every £1 you donate: click here

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