Opening doors to a better tomorrow
Gateway provide help for people who are homeless, or at risk of losing their home. We support people from a wide range of circumstances, including people who are rough sleeping, families who are struggling to afford to stay in their current homes, and refugees who have left their homes to escape conflict.
Whatever your circumstances, we work with you to understand your needs and goals, focus on practical solutions, and help you to achieve sustainable, long-term change for a better future.
Resettlement
We offer assistance to refugee families as they find a home across Lancashire.
Our Resettlement team support refugees with housing related support and integrating refugees into the local community. so that after the first year they understand life in the UK, and where to go for support to meet their needs.
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We provide a safe and accessible space for homeless individuals to improve their wellbeing and quality of life.
We work with the most vulnerable members of the community, people who are committed to make positive changes in their lives but face challenges due to complex needs, including people who have experienced homelessness, ex-offenders, and those recovering from drug or alcohol dependence.
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Floating Support
Our Floating Support Services provides free assistance to those at risk of losing their home, or who need help with maintaining or finding a tenancy.
We can advise and support with any accommodation related issues that you may be experiencing.
Find Out MoreOutreach Support
Our Outreach team supports rough sleepers or those at risk of homelessness.
We support rough sleepers into accommodation so they can recover, improve their health and wellbeing, and access opportunities to avoid a return to the street.
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Pathfinder Support
Pathfinder is a 3-year homelessness prevention programme for young people who may be unable to live in the family home , or “sofa-surfing” with friends.
Through coaching, it enables these young people to overcome any challenges that are impacting their accommodation. Our priority is to work with 18-25-year-olds, but we can support people up to the age of 35.
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We provide accommodation and support to families that are homeless and are experiencing challenges that are making it difficult for them to maintain or find housing.
We work across East Lancashire with families for a duration of up to two years, providing the necessary tools and resources to develop the skills needed for independent living, as well as helping them secure long-term tenancies as part of a planned transition.
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“I cannot imagine how I could possibly have been helped any more. The amount of kindness I have been shown has on occasion brought me close to tears. I most definitely feel listened to by staff. Now I am at Gateway in Lancaster, I definitely feel safe – it is so peaceful and a nice mix of people live here. Absolutely amazing support.”