Deptford Reach

Deptford Reach helps people rebuild lives that have been damaged by homelessness, mental illness, drug or alcohol abuse and social exclusion.

From their centre in London SE8, they offer a wide range of support, advice, training and practical help. Their watchwords are respect and individual support.

Deptford in south east London is one of the most deprived districts anywhere in the UK with very high levels of social exclusion. That's what makes their. work so vital.

Deptford Reach is a drop-in centre for adults over 16 years of age who are vulnerable through homelessness, mental ill-health, loneliness, social exclusion and severe poverty.

They support more than 70 people each weekday through a programme of courses, workshops, activities and advice sessions. Last year over 675 new service users came through their doors.

Origins

Deptford Reach, until recently called The Deptford Churches Centre, came into being in 1979.

Their founders were largely committed Christians from different denominations who united to reach out and help the homeless and marginalised of Deptford and South London. This has continued to be their aim for the past 30 years.

They take a non-judgmental stance, offering warmth and opportunity to all. The focus of all their work is enabling clients to progress and move on in ways that are right for them.

Prince of Wales 

After a recent visit to the centre by TRH The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall, their private secretary wrote:

Their website:  http://www.deptfordreach.org.uk/index.html