Routes to Roots is delighted to announce that Amos House now has Exempt Accommodation status from Poole Council. Peter Newman of the Salvation Army, has now been appointed as Property Manager to take care of any maintenance and repair problems at the house. Support Team roles have also been agreed with R2R Trustees and volunteers with fortnightly meetings for keyworker and befriender roles.
Routes to Roots is also delighted to thank a player from AFC Bournemouth for an amazing donation which he has specified is to fund its new supported housing over the coming year.
The house is an ongoing cost to Routes to Roots as it is responsible for upkeep, maintenance and other management expenses. So, this is very generous and R2R is very happy that this Premier League player has recognised the vital support it provides to serve the needs of homeless people of all faiths in Poole. Up the Cherries!
Amos House has offered accommodation to three of Poole’s rough sleepers since last December. The charity is providing practical, emotional and spiritual support to them as they take this first step back into society, with the aim of eventually helping them to find independent housing.
Susan Gittins