Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.6.2, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Hope at Home - A Hosting Scheme for Survivors of Slavery Safe homes for survivors of modern slavery ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Blog](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/blog/) - [Celebrating My Life in the UK Test Success](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/2026/08/07/celebrating-my-life-in-the-uk-test-success/) - I am proud to have passed my Life in the UK Test, an important step towards becoming a British citizen. This achievement reflects hard work, determination, and the support I have received throughout my journey. I am especially grateful to Hope at Home for their encouragement and kindness. Their support has helped me move forward - [Human Trafficking and Modern Slavery Charities in the UK: Who Does What, and How to Choose](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/2026/08/07/modern-slavery-charities-uk/) - Looking for human trafficking charities or modern slavery charities in the UK? This guide explains who does what, and how to choose where to give. - [Hope at Home joins national pilot to strengthen support for survivors of human trafficking](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/2026/05/07/hope-at-home-joins-national-pilot-to-strengthen-support-for-survivors-of-human-trafficking/) - Hope at Home joins national pilot to strengthen support for survivors of human trafficking A national charity providing safe accommodation for survivors of modern slavery has joined a new pilot programme designed to strengthen advocacy and support for survivors across the UK. Hope at Home, headquartered in the West Midlands, is part of the Independent - [Charity Hope at Home marks eight years of providing safe homes for survivors of modern slavery](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/2026/01/23/charity-hope-at-home-marks-eight-years-of-providing-safe-homes-for-survivors-of-modern-slavery/) - Hope at Home is marking its eighth birthday this week, celebrating eight years of offering safety, dignity and stability to survivors of modern slavery across the UK. Headquartered in the West Midlands and founded with a simple but powerful idea - that a safe home can be the foundation for recovery after exploitation - the - [Changes to Immigration Policy and the Impact on Survivors of Slavery](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/2025/11/27/changes-to-immigration-policy-and-the-impact-on-survivors-of-slavery/) - Today, we stand alongside a coalition of leading anti-slavery organisations calling on the Home Secretary to protect the rights of survivors of modern slavery. - [Hope at Home Launches Supported Housing Pilot for Survivors of Modern Slavery](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/2025/10/20/hope-at-home-launches-supported-housing-pilot-for-survivors-of-modern-slavery/) - National charity seeks landlords and partners to help provide safe homes BIRMINGHAM, UK - October 2025 - National charity Hope at Home, best known for its one-of-a-kind hosting scheme, is expanding its work to tackle one of the most urgent needs facing survivors of modern slavery today: safe and stable housing. Since 2017, Hope at - [National Charity Reveals Powerful Impact of Hosting Programme for Survivors of Modern Slavery](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/2025/04/29/national-charity-reveals-powerful-impact-of-hosting-programme-for-survivors-of-modern-slavery/) - Hope at Home, a national charity providing safe homes to survivors of modern slavery facing homelessness, has today revealed new yearly figures that demonstrate the impact of its hosting programme on both survivors and the hosts who offer them a safe place to rebuild their lives. Survivors of modern slavery, having faced exploitation and trauma, - [Press Release: Modern Slavery Referrals Reach Record High as Hope at Home Calls for Stronger Support for Survivors](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/2025/03/07/press-release-modern-slavery-referrals-reach-record-high-as-hope-at-home-calls-for-stronger-support-for-survivors/) - Hope at Home, a national charity dedicated to supporting survivors of modern slavery and human trafficking facing homelessness, calls for urgent reform as the government releases its latest National Referral Mechanism (NRM) statistics. The latest figures highlight an alarming increase in referrals to the NRM – the system designed to support modern slavery victims. In - [Hope at Home Calls for Protection of Survivors and Human Rights in Response to the Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Bill](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/2025/02/26/hope-at-home-calls-for-protection-of-survivors-and-human-rights-in-response-to-the-border-security-asylum-and-immigration-bill/) - Hope at Home, a national charity that supports survivors of modern slavery facing homelessness, is deeply concerned by the provisions of the recently introduced Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Bill. While the government’s commitment to tackling the asylum backlog and repealing parts of the Illegal Migration Act (IMA) is a step forward, we remain apprehensive - [Statement from Hope at Home: Welcoming the Interim Extension to a 56-Day Move-On Period](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/2024/12/12/statement-from-hope-at-home-welcoming-the-interim-extension-to-a-56-day-move-on-period/) - Hope at Home welcomes the recent announcement to temporarily extend the move-on period for newly recognised refugees from 28 to 56 days. This decision is an important step in addressing the challenges faced by those transitioning from asylum accommodation, including survivors of modern slavery and human trafficking, and reflects the calls of Hope at Home, - [Anti-Slavery Month: Hope at Home Reaches 11,000 Nights of Safe Sleep for Survivors of Modern Slavery](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/2024/10/10/anti-slavery-month-hope-at-home-reaches-11000-nights-of-safe-sleep-for-survivors-of-modern-slavery/) - Charity providing life-changing support to survivors celebrates milestone and calls for more hosts to help end modern slavery this Anti-Slavery Month. Hope at Home, a national charity headquartered in the West Midlands, is the UK’s only hosting scheme dedicated to supporting survivors of modern slavery. The charity has reached an extraordinary milestone by providing - [Hope at Home – The Charity Supporting Refugee Survivors of Modern Slavery During Refugee Week](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/2024/06/17/hope-at-home-the-charity-supporting-refugee-survivors-of-modern-slavery-during-refugee-week/) - Nationwide charity Hope at Home is proud to highlight its work in supporting refugee survivors of modern slavery as part of Refugee Week 2024. Between April 2022 and March 2023, 14% of Hope at Home’s referrals were for survivors with refugee status – with only one person experiencing rough sleeping. However, from April 2023 to - [Opinion: "Why I’m not celebrating our 10,000 nights milestone" by Helen Hodgson](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/2024/05/01/opinion-why-im-not-celebrating-our-10000-nights-milestone-by-helen-hodgson/) - “When we set Hope at Home up 6 years ago, it was to provide safe homes for survivors of modern slavery and human trafficking to give them the chance rebuild their lives. And we’ve seen this happen. It has been awe-inspiring to watch from the sidelines. But in the last few years, we have noticed - [Hope at Home Reaches Milestone of Providing 10,000 Safe Nights for Survivors of Modern Slavery](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/2024/04/26/hope-at-home-reaches-milestone-of-providing-10000-safe-nights-for-survivors-of-modern-slavery/) - Hope at Home, a national charity dedicated to providing safe homes for survivors of modern slavery and human trafficking, announces a significant milestone in its history – providing 10,000 nights of safe sleep for survivors. Hope at Home is a nationwide hosting organisation headquartered in the West Midlands. The charity trains and supports volunteer hosts - [Hope at Home Launches Pioneering Wellbeing Package for Survivors of Modern Slavery](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/2024/02/09/hope-at-home-launches-pioneering-wellbeing-package-for-survivors-of-modern-slavery/) - In a firm commitment to supporting survivors of modern slavery and human trafficking, national hosting scheme and charity Hope at Home is thrilled to introduce their Wellbeing Package, designed to address the multifaceted needs of survivors of modern slavery. This initiative, launched amidst a pressing need for comprehensive survivor support, was designed collaboratively with survivors - [Hope at Home Celebrates 9,000 Nights of Safe Sleep for Survivors of Modern Slavery](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/2023/11/20/hope-at-home-celebrates-9000-nights-of-safe-sleep-for-survivors-of-modern-slavery/) - Unlocking Freedom, One Night at a Time Hope at Home, a leading non-profit organisation committed to providing safe and supportive accommodation for survivors of modern slavery, is proud to announce a significant milestone—9,000 nights of safe sleep provided to survivors through dedicated volunteer host placements. Hope at Home, via its network of volunteer hosts, provides - [Hope at Home Stands Against Home Office Policy Change, Urges Reversal to Protect Vulnerable Survivors of Modern Slavery](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/2023/09/27/hope-at-home-stands-against-home-office-policy-change-urges-reversal-to-protect-vulnerable-survivors-of-modern-slavery/) - In a recent policy shift, the Home Office has reduced the notice period for eviction of newly recognised refugees and survivors of modern slavery and human trafficking from 28 days to a mere seven days. This unexpected reduction has sparked widespread concern - particularly among charities and the organisations working with vulnerable groups. Hope at - [Inspiring Justice: A 'Host Kid' Turns Advocate for Hope at Home](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/2023/09/04/inspiring-justice-a-host-kid-turns-advocate-for-hope-at-home/) - A nationwide hosting scheme, Hope at Home train and support a network of volunteer hosts to offer a safe place to stay to a survivor of slavery facing homelessness. Families are at the heart of Hope at Home’s mission to provide safe homes for survivors of modern slavery. Anyone with a spare room can be - [Goodbye message from Kate Garbers](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/2023/07/20/the-work-the-organisation-does-is-only-possible-because-of-the-passionate-and-trained-host-families-who-open-their-homes-and-welcome-survivors/) - Goodbye message from Chair of Trustees Kate Garbers ‘But I think the most important thing it’s, it’s very safe. So, when I go to bed I don’t shake, I’m not scared to think of what’s going to happen. Is it going to be noisy tonight or not? It’s like a family…I just feel I am - [Hope at Home Celebrates Milestone: Over 8,000 Safe Nights Sleep for Survivors of Modern Slavery](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/2023/06/07/hope-at-home-celebrates-milestone-over-8000-safe-nights-sleep-for-survivors-of-modern-slavery/) - Hope at Home, a leading charity dedicated to combating modern slavery and preventing homelessness, is proud to announce a significant milestone in their mission. Through their volunteer hosting scheme, hosts have provided over 8,000 safe nights sleep for survivors of modern slavery in communities nationwide. Since its inception, Hope at Home has been committed to - [UK home-sharing scheme for modern slavery survivors ‘overwhelmingly positive’, new research shows](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/2022/11/30/uk-home-sharing-scheme-for-modern-slavery-survivors-overwhelmingly-positive-new-research-shows/) - A UK scheme where people share their homes with modern slavery survivors to give them a place to live has proven to be a positive experience for both hosts and survivors, new research has found. The study, by modern slavery experts at the University of Nottingham’s Rights Lab, found that the benefits listed by survivors - ["I was frightened there. When I came here, I could sleep"](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/2022/10/12/1561/) - Hope at Home is a national hosting scheme for survivors of modern slavery and human trafficking, training and supporting people to welcome a survivor into their homes and giving guests the opportunity to rebuild their lives. Over 100,000 people are currently estimated to be in slavery in the UK at any one time. Most of - [Hope at Home's Response to 'Homes for Ukraine' Scheme](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/2022/03/15/hope-at-homes-response-to-homes-for-ukraine-scheme/) - Hope at Home’s vision is to ensure all survivors of modern slavery in the UK have a safe place to live. In 2021, 12727 people were identified as being potential victims of modern slavery and human trafficking. Since 2018 we have provided almost 5000 nights of safe, stable host accommodation for survivors from many different - [Join Our Team!](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/2021/10/11/join-our-team-2/) - We have an exciting role based in the South of England. All details are here and please do get in touch if you would like more information. - [International Women's Day 2021: Esther's Story](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/2021/03/08/international-womens-day-2021-esthers-story/) - The theme for this year's International Women's Day is celebrating the successes of women, especially those who have achieved despite obstacles. So, today, we're celebrating Esther! Esther, a previous Hope at Home guest, has written blog for us and we're honoured to be able to share it with you today. Read on, and be inspired..... - [The rubble pile of covid: a letter from Helen](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/2020/11/10/the-rubble-pile-of-covid-a-letter-from-helen/) - Dear Friends, The pandemic has caused the divide between rich and poor to grow ever wider. And the numbers of those facing poverty increases every day. We are all too aware of the overwhelming needs of not just those in the UK, but across the world. That's why we are so grateful to you for - [We're Hiring!](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/2020/09/30/were-hiring/) - We are thrilled to be expanding our team so that we can offer more homes for survivors of slavery. We're looking for some very special people to join us. Could you be one of them? Do you know someone else who might be interested? Check out the roles below and get in touch on info@hopeathome.org.uk - [A Host Writes: Lockdown Hosting](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/2020/07/13/a-host-writes-lockdown-hosting/) - Today we are joined by one of our hosts. Have a read to discover what hosting during lockdown has been like for her. I learnt something today... Lockdown plus sunny weather equals me finally forcing myself to do gardening for the first time in 10 years - there's quite a backlog! For the last week - [Hosting in a Pandemic Q&A](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/2020/06/23/hosting-in-a-pandemic-qa/) - Covid-19 may be well and truly here to stay, but so are modern slavery survivors needing homes. As people are moved on from local authority accommodation, safe houses and asylum seeker accommodation we are going to be busier than ever making sure survivors of slavery don't have to sleep on the streets. So how can - [Join Our Team!](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/2019/02/04/join-our-team/) - Do you want to make a difference in the fight against modern slavery? Do you have great Church contacts across your city? Do you have a couple of hours a week to give? Join our brilliant, fun and supportive team and become a Church Relationships Volunteer! As a Church Relationships Volunteer, you will: Promote Hope - [A Host Writes...](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/2018/11/19/a-host-writes/) - Today's blog is written by one of our fabulous hosts! They had never hosted before but had such a great experience and decided to write about it! Keep reading to be inspired... We have just hosted our first guest with Hope at Home. I think we were almost as nervous as she was on her - [Growing an oak in your kitchen...](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/2018/11/05/growing-an-oak-in-your-kitchen/) - Everyone has a reason for what they do. We might be motivated by having enough to pay the bills and feed the kids, wanting to express our creativity or by seeing how we can make a difference. For us, we are motivated by our belief that God can and does change people's lives. Our faith is what - [Anti-Slavery Day: A Time to Shout](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/2018/10/18/anti-slavery-day-a-time-to-shout/) - If ever there was a day to shout about ending slavery, it would be today. Around the world there are estimated to be 40 million slaves. In the UK that number is around 136,000. These are people, just like you and me. People who like watching football. People who enjoy chocolate. People who - [What If?](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/2018/10/04/what-if/) - No-one goes without in the UK, right? If you're not in employment, for whatever reason, our system means that you are entitled to a home and money to pay the bills. Mostly. What if that wasn't the case for everyone? What if, after being tricked into the country by the offer of a job - [Choices](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/2018/06/19/choices/) - We make choices all the time without realising it. Tea or coffee? Take an umbrella or risk the weather? Meet a friend or stay home? For survivors of modern slavery, every single choice has been removed. Passport removed, money removed, living in squalid conditions and surrounded by fear, they begin to lose themselves. Oppression is - [Be Part of the Beauty](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/2018/05/14/be-part-of-the-beauty/) - [Watching the Flowers Blossom](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/2018/03/05/watching-the-flowers-blossom/) - This is the essence of hosting. And it is such a joy. Yes, sharing your home with someone isn't always easy. They might leave their shoes in the wrong place or use up all the eggs when you'd planned to make omelette for dinner. But, oh, the joy of loving someone exactly as they are - [Could you be a Hope at Home host?](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/2018/01/31/could-you-be-a-hope-at-home-host/) - [Pick Me, Pick Me!](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/2018/02/20/pick-me-pick-me/) - We need you! Not everyone has a spare room and the capacity to host. We get that. But if you have a big heart, some spare time and useful skills you can still join us here at Hope at Home! We are looking for fabulous people to volunteer. We can promise fun, support, a huge - [Who Can Host?](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/2018/02/13/who-can-host/) - "Not all of us can do great things. But we can do small things with great love." Mother Theresa If you're anything like us, you might look at the fight against modern day slavery and be overwhelmed. You might look at your own circumstances and wonder what difference you can possibly make. It's easy to - [Why Hosting’s Not For Us (But We Do It Anyway)](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/2018/02/04/why-hostings-not-for-us-but-we-do-it-anyway/) - It’s the night before our next guest moves in and, yet again, I am lying awake listing all the reasons this isn’t going to work in my head. We may have an amazing video of why hosting is so brilliant (and it is), but the cameras sneakily managed to hide the kicks under the table - [Filming Fun!](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/2018/01/08/filming-fun/) - We had loads of fun last week filming a video with one of our previous guests. The video is designed to show just how much can be gained from hosting as well as the impact it has on the life and well-being of the guest. Having teenage boys, one of our hosting highlights is always - [Welcome to Hope at Home!](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/2017/12/13/welcome-to-hope-at-home/) - Thank you for joining us! Introducing Ourselves We are Jared and Helen Hodgson. We founded Hope at Home in response to the enormous need for support for people who have survived human trafficking in the UK. Along with our three boys, we are hosts ourselves and understand the realities and rewards of hosting vulnerable people ## Pages - [Home](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/) - Got a spare room?You could host a survivor of slavery, with our support Learn more Become a Room SponsorSupport a survivor of modern slavery Sponsor Now Refer a Survivor in NeedA safe place to stay with our network of volunteer hosts Refer Now Host Fundraise Refer 16,126 nights of safe sleep 106 - [Reports & Research](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/reports-research/) - Hope at Home’s Research & Reports We’re committed to contributing to study and research in the modern slavery space, working in conjunction with partner organisations. We also provide access to our latest impact reports and strategic plans below. Our Latest Impact Report 2025-2026 “Where Will I Live?” Report 2022 Homes for Ukraine: learnings to inform - [Meet the Team](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/meet-the-team/) - Meet the Team JaredCo-Founder & CEOJared is the CEO of Hope at Home, he loves cold water dipping (even in the winter) and is motivated by making a difference in people's lives.SharonOperations DirectorSharon is excited to work for an organisation who support survivors of trafficking to rebuild their lives. She is passionate about helping survivors - [A Hope at Home Story](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/a-hope-at-home-story/) - Who are Hope at Home? Hope at Home is a national charity dedicated to training and supporting volunteers to host survivors of modern day slavery and human trafficking. Hope at Home was founded on the values and vision of Jesus who went to those who were marginalised and in need to bring comfort and restoration. - [Contact](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/contact/) - Contact us Postal Address Hope at Home 61 Bridge Street Kington HR5 3DJ Phone For hosting and referral enquiries: Ruth – Senior Hosting Co-ordinator: 07566 778 366 Isabelle – Hosting Co-ordinator: 07512 316 862 Caitlin – Hosting Co-ordinator: 07842 416 299 For business, funding and fundraising enquiries: Jared – CEO: 07877 447341 Email info@hopeathome.org.uk - [Room Sponsor](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/room-sponsor/) - Survivors of modern slavery and human trafficking experience exploitation and trauma. When they escape, they are often left homeless and destitute. So far, our hosts have provided over 15,000 safe nights of sleep for survivors of modern slavery facing street homelessness. But we need your help. Could you sponsor a spare room for a survivor? - [Careers](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/careers/) - Careers at Hope at Home Current vacancies No current vacancies. Trustee vacancies Trustee vacancy available – download the Trustee recruitment pack to apply - [Equality Policy](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/equality-policy/) - HOPE AT HOME EQUALITY POLICY Introduction Hope at Home has a duty to ensure equality in all aspects of its work – in the way the organisation is run, and in the way we deliver our services. Hope at Home will take every opportunity to promote anti-discriminatory practice, equality of opportunity and will take positive - [Referred To Hope at Home](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/referred-to-hope-at-home/) - The Guest Journey What to expect during your placement: When you arrive, your host will let you settle. You should soon receive a welcome card and welcome email from us at Hope at Home which contains important information. We will contact you a few days later to check you are settling in well and make - [Guidance for Referrals](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/guidance-for-referrals/) - MenuCriteria for EligibilityReferral ProcessProvision of SupportFinancesTimescalesContact How to make a referral Step one: Read through the guidance here, navigating using the menu above. Step two: Check our eligibility criteria to ensure your client is eligible for a Hope at Home placement. Step three: Complete the referral form. Read the Eligibility Criteria Complete Referral Form The two groups we - [Referral Eligibility Criteria](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/referral-eligibility-criteria/) - Criteria for Eligibility of Scheme Generally, the following criteria apply: Over the age of 18. Positive RG decision or Positive CG decision. Must be actively working towards a plan to move on from hosts (We are unable to host people indefinitely until they receive an asylum decision as our placements are temporary and interim). If - [GVG Form](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/gvg-form/) - Guest Voices Group FormPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name: *FirstLast join would like Email: *I have read and understood the Guest Voices Group handbook: *Tick to ConfirmI would like to join the Guest Voices Group: *YesNoComments or questions:Submit - [How we work](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/how-we-work/) - How Hosting Works How Hosting Works Our scheme provides accommodation by matching survivors of modern slavery with volunteer host households. This is an independent, voluntary, adult to adult living arrangement facilitated by Hope at Home. Every host has been assessed, trained and undertaken a DBS check. We support the hosts to provide a safe and - [Guest Agreement](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/guest-agreement/) - Guest Agreement By accepting of an offer of accommodation from Hope at Home, the guest agrees to the following conditions. The guest has no legal right to stay at the host’s house and agrees to leave if the host requests it. When possible, hosts will give advance notice of a request to leave. There is - [Data Privacy Notice](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/data-privacy-notice/) - Data Privacy Notice – for our guests Data Privacy Notice – for website users and volunteers - [Anonymous Host Feedback Form](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/anonymous-host-feedback-form/) - Anonymous Host Feedback Form - [Shop](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/shop/) - [Move On Options and Placement Debrief](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/move-on-options/) - Move On Options All guests must have a move-on plan they are actively working towards. This will look different depending on their situation. However, these are the general options guests will have: End Of Placement Debrief When a hosting placement ends, we will contact the host for a debrief on how they feel it has - [What if things go wrong?](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/what-if-things-go-wrong/) - What if things go wrong? As we are in regular contact with you, we will be discussing issues as they come up. This means we can often ‘nip them in the bud’. We can mediate or liaise with the guest’s support worker to ensure the placement is successful. However, if your guest consistently breaks your - [Understanding Trauma](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/understanding-trauma/) - UNDERSTANDING TRAUMA Most of our guests will have experienced trauma at some point in their lives. It is important to be aware of how trauma may affect them and therefore any behaviours that might relate to this. The brain’s normal response to danger is that the amygdala releases a surge of stress hormones (adrenaline, norepinephrine - [Tips on Preparing for your Guest](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/tips-on-preparing-for-your-guest/) - Tips on Preparing for your GuestPlease and Thank You Some languages have no equivalent word for ‘please’. ‘Please’ and ‘Thank you’ may be more commonly expressed through actions and attitudes than words. Yes and No Non-western languages are often less direct. To refuse someone’s invitation, for example for a meal, may be considered rude. A - [The NRM and The Asylum Process](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/the-nrm-and-the-asylum-process/) - What is the National Referral Mechanism?The National Referral Mechanism (NRM) is a government body which decides, based on evidence, whether a person is a victim of trafficking or not. When a person is rescued, they are given the option of entering the NRM which will provide them with a place in a safehouse (limited spaces - [Explore Hosting](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/explore-hosting/) - Discover Hosting Welcome to our Discover Hosting video, where you’ll get the answers to important questions, learn more about modern slavery, hear from our hosts and discover the journey of hosting a survivor. We’ll answer these common questions and many more: Does slavery still exist? Why do survivors need a safe place to live? What - [Arrange a Meeting](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/arrange-a-meeting/) - Arrange a meeting or talk with Hope at HomeComplete the form below to arrange a meeting or a talk at your church with Jared or the Hope at Home team. We will email or call you back as soon as we can!Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Your name: *Email: *Phone: * - [Guest FAQs](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/guest-faqs/) - Questions Our Guests Ask If you’re a new guest or you’ve been referred to Hope at Home and are waiting for a placement with our hosts, you might have some questions about what to expect and what you’ll experience during the process. Here are the answers to our guests’ most Frequently Asked Questions: What is - [Guest Feedback Form](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/guest-feedback-form/) - Guest Feedback Form If you’re a current or past guest or are in the process of being referred to us, we’d love to hear your feedback. Whether you’d like to compliment our service, make a complaint or just let us know about your experiences with hosting, we’d love to hear from you. Although you can - [Hosting Survey](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/hosting-survey/) - Hosting SurveyIt's very helpful for us to gather information about our host recruitment processes, so please let us know why you have decided not to host with Hope at Home by choosing an option below. You can add more detail in the text box if required. Thank you for taking part!Please enable JavaScript in your - [No Room at the Inn](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/no-room-at-the-inn/) - Change a Survivor’s Life this Christmas Imagine facing Christmas without the warmth and safety of a place to call home. For survivors of modern slavery, this is often their daily reality. Many are left homeless and vulnerable to re-exploitation and re-trafficking, searching desperately for shelter and a second chance. At Hope at Home, we believe - [Volunteer](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/get-involved/volunteer/) - Volunteer! We don’t just need hosts. If you can’t commit to hosting but would still like to get involved, we are looking for people with the following skills: Social media IT support Blog writing Local networking Community fundraising Do get in touch if you would like to know more. Telephone: 07923 246561 Email:info@hopeathome.org.uk - [Call Jared](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/call-jared/) - Book a Call with Jared This is a preview page, remember to publish it if needed. You can edit the full calendar and form settings into the admin settings page. Security Code: Please enter the security code: Please enter a valid captcha code. Submit - [Host Volunteer Agreement](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/host-volunteer-agreement-3/) - HOST VOLUNTEER AGREEMENT This Volunteer Agreement describes the arrangement between Hope at Home and you acting as a Host Volunteer. Hope at Home are so grateful you have agreed to volunteer to host with us and we will support you and do all we can to ensure your experience with us is rewarding and enjoyable. - [Host Bio](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/host-bio/) - Your Host BioCreate a host bio to help us match you with a survivor.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Your name/family name: *E.g. The Smith FamilyYour picture or family picture: Drag & Drop Files, Choose Files to Upload Please upload your favourite picture of you/your family. If you're not able to do - [Easyfundraising](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/easyfundraising/) - Donate to us, at no cost to you, whenever you shop your favourite brands Turn your everyday shopping into donations to support survivors of slavery. With Easyfundraising, you can shop at over 8,000 of your favourite brands, and they’ll donate a percentage of your spend to us! You can shop online and use the Easyfundraising - [Our Partners, Funders & Friends](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/our-partners/) - We know that collaboration with others is the best way to work and to provide our guests with a platform on which to rebuild their lives. We work with the following organisations to make this possible: Adavu: Providing long term support and advocacy for survivors in the West Midlands. Sophie Hayes Foundation: Providing confidence - [Events](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/events/) - Our Latest Events Sep 15 Discover Hosting with Hope at Home (Free Online Zoom Event) 6:00 pm Details Modern slavery & human trafficking in the UK - learn how hosting can make a real difference to the lives of survivors facing homelessness Register » - [Legacy Giving & Free Wills](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/legacy-giving-free-wills/) - Leave a Legacy of Hope – Act Today & Get a Free Will Get Started with Free Wills Leave a Lasting Legacy with Hope at Home Help Survivors of Modern Slavery by Leaving a Gift in Your Will At Hope at Home, we believe that everyone deserves the chance to live free from exploitation and - [Fundraise](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/get-involved/fundraise/) - Help us Take Action Survivors of modern slavery face destitution and homelessness after escaping exploitation. Your support can transform a survivor’s life, from a safe place to live to therapy sessions and essential groceries. Strides for Survivors Take on a challenge for Hope at Home. From bungee jumps to marathons, 5k runs and obstacle courses, - [Host](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/get-involved/host/) - The Hosting Journey The Impact of Hosting a Survivor “ Thank you for sharing your home, kindness and love with us. We've never known such kindness and consistency ever and we are more than thankful. CedellaGuest “ My host is always by my side whenever I need her. TahminaGuest “ This place has given me - [Hosting Information](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/hosting-information/) - [10 Rooms For 10 Lives](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/10-rooms-for-10-lives/) - Become a Room Sponsor 10 Rooms for 10 Lives Welcome to Hope at Home’s “10 Rooms for 10 Lives” campaign. Our mission is to provide survivors of modern slavery with a safe home and a fresh start via our network of incredible volunteer hosts. With each sponsored room, we’re igniting hope, empowerment and a path - [Read our Impact Report 2022-2023](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/home/read-our-impact-report-2021-2022/) - [pdf-embedder url="https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Impact-report-3.0.pdf" title="Hope at Home Impact Report"] - [FAQs](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/get-involved/faqs/) - Who Can Host? You can be single or married. You can own or rent your home (You may need to let your mortgage provider and insurance know. If you rent your home, you may need your landlord’s permission). You’ll need to provide a spare room and access to bathroom, laundry and kitchen facilities. You’ll need - [Donate Test](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/donate-test/) - [Thank you](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/thank-you/) - Thank you for supporting Hope at Home and survivors of slavery We couldn’t do this without you. Your donation directly impacts and benefits the lives of survivors of modern slavery and human trafficking facing homelessness – thank you. - [Strategic Plan 2023-2026](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/strategic-plan-2023-2026/) - Strategic Plan 2023-2026 It’s estimated that there are at least 100,000 people trapped in slavery in the UK at any one time. (Justice and Care, “It Still Happens Here” report). In 2021, 12,727 people were identified by the UK government as being possible victims of human trafficking. Many of these people are falling through the - [Hosting Coordinator North](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/hosting-coordinator-north/) - HOSTING CO-ORDINATOR (North) JOB DESCRIPTION AND PERSON SPECIFICATION Download the full job description here Closing date: 28th April 2023 at 5pm. Job Title: Hosting Coordinator (North). Reporting To: Hosting Manager. Responsible for: Volunteer hosts, external stakeholder relationships. Based: Home working with regular travel. Hours: 20 hours per week worked flexibly but to include some - [Hosting Coordinator Midlands](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/hosting-coordinator-midlands/) - HOSTING CO-ORDINATOR (MIDLANDS) JOB DESCRIPTION AND PERSON SPECIFICATION Download the full job description here Closing date: 28th April 2023 at 5pm. Job Title: Hosting Coordinator (Midlands). Reporting To: Hosting Manager. Responsible for: Volunteer hosts, external stakeholder relationships. Based: Home working with regular travel. Hours: 20 hours per week worked flexibly but to include some - [Review of the Response to the Homes for Ukraine Scheme (Report 2023)](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/review-of-the-response-to-the-homes-for-ukraine-scheme-report-2023/) - Homes for Ukraine: learnings to inform and shape future hosting schemes 2023 Hope at Home, Commonweal and the University of Nottingham's Rights Lab launched this key research piece in March 2023. "I think just seeing the news, seeing the appalling way in which the Ukrainians were being treated and that war was declared and that - [Booking Form](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/booking-form/) - [Our Mission and Vision](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/our-mission-and-vision/) - Mission and Vision OUR MISSION Providing safe homes for survivors of modern slavery by offering a range of innovative accommodation options in collaboration with other organisations. OUR Vision Safe homes for all survivors of modern slavery. - [Make a Referral](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/make-a-referral/) - Referral FormPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please fill this in with as much detail as you can so that we are able to provide our hosts with an accurate picture of their potential guest. Welcoming a stranger into your home is not always easy, so the more information we can gather - [Ethos and Values](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/ethos-and-values/) - Our Ethos Safe homes for survivors of slavery Hope at Home is a national charity dedicated to training and supporting volunteers to host survivors of modern day slavery and human trafficking. Hope at Home was founded on the values and vision of Jesus who went to those who were marginalised and in need to bring - [Sponsor Now](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/sponsor-now/) - Your donation Survivors of modern slavery in your community are facing street homelessness. They are in desperate need of a chance to rebuild their lives after exploitation – which starts with a safe place to live. A room with a Hope at Home host family gives a survivor the stability and safety they so urgently - [Where Will I Live Report](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/1616-2/) - “Where Will I Live?” Report 2022 Hope at Home and the University of Nottingham's Rights Lab launched key research "Where Will I Live?" in November 2022. It is widely known across the sector that survivors of modern slavery face unstable accommodation. Our latest report looks into understanding the accommodation challenges faced by survivors of slavery - [Jubilee Plus](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/jubilee-plus/) - Learn about hosting Becoming a Hope at Home host is incredibly rewarding and enriches life in so many ways. Whilst we are looking for hosts who are able to provide a spare room and access to kitchen, bathroom and laundry facilities, hosting is really about accepting and welcoming a person. We offer training and ongoing - [Register Your Interest - Hosting](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/register-your-interest-hosting/) - Register Your InterestPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form. of Do did Becoming a Hope at Home host is incredibly rewarding and enriches life in so many ways. Whilst we are looking for hosts who are able to provide a spare room and access to kitchen, bathroom and laundry facilities, hosting is - [Research Project](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/research-project/) - Research opportunity with University of Nottingham’s Rights Lab What has prompted and motivated members of the British public to host Ukrainians fleeing war? The Rights Lab, at the University of Nottingham are looking for people who have volunteered to host under the ‘Homes for Ukraine’ scheme. If this is you, we would like to invite - [Research Project Form](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/research-project-form/) - [Donate](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/donate/) - [Apply to host](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/apply-to-host/) - [Resources](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/resources/) - You can help us raise awareness We’ve created a resource pack to share with individuals, businesses and organisations to help raise awareness of modern slavery and human trafficking. Featuring a ‘Spot The Signs’ poster and a set of shareable infographics for social media, you can use this pack within your workplace or organisation for free. - [Get in touch](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/get-in-touch/) - [Form test](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/form-test/) - [Get Involved](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/get-involved/) - Host Volunteer Fundraise - [Referral Process](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/referral-process/) - Referral Process Referral Process Please ensure you complete the referral form as accurately and fully as possible. Our hosts are welcoming a stranger into their homes and need as much information as possible. Once your client has been placed with a host family, we will support the hosts and will expect the client to have - [Sign Up Form](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/sign-up-form/) - Subscribe to our mailing list Subscribe to our mailing list - [Footer contact block](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/footer-contact-block/) - Become a Hope at Home Church Partner! Having been hosts ourselves, we know the vital role the church plays both in supporting us personally but also welcoming our guests into the wider church community. We wholeheartedly believe that God sets the lonely in families and so the church is ideally placed to provide a network - [Annual Report - March 2018 - March 2019](https://www.hopeathome.org.uk/annual-report-march-2018-march-2019/) - We are thrilled to present our Annual Report. Thank you for partnering with us to work towards sustainable freedom for survivors of slavery. 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