Stories - DENS

After the breakdown of his long-term relationship, Gary’s life changed dramatically. In his 50s, he suddenly found himself without a home.

For Ellie and her little brother, Dan, home was a dangerous place.

Sarah’s world was turned upside down when her landlord, with little notice, imposed a significant rent increase.

Suddenly out of options, Sammi found herself with nowhere to call home.

Jamie turned to The Elms hostel after a relationship breakdown with his partner and mother of his children.

Aaron had been sofa surfing around friends’ houses, following a relationship breakdown that saw him homeless.

With nowhere left to go, Greg turned to The Elms hostel, seeking stability and support during a tumultuous period of his life.

Oscar, an immigrant to the country, was homeless for several years on the streets of Dacorum.

One morning, Kevin noticed a group of hostel residents learning about coffee from a Barista Trainer.

When Olivia’s brother, Rory, sadly died, it was important for her to raise money for DENS in memory of the impactful support he received.

With no one to turn to, James moved into The Elms hostel and was allocated a Key Worker to help him get his life back on track.

Harry was found asleep on a park bench, alone, lonely and vulnerable.

Chloe was forced to flee her home and relocate several times with her elderly mother in order to escape a violent and threatening ex-partner.

Rachel first started using the Foodbank after her husband tragically took his own life, and having young children to look after meant she could no longer work.

Marie was providing live-in support for a local elderly woman, but after her care receiver sadly passed away, there was nowhere to go.

We’re so proud of our hostel resident, Matt, who recently completed a 15,000ft skydive in support of DENS and raised over an incredible £1,200!

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