Chester aid to the homeless
We Are CATHWith over 50 years of experience, Chester Aid to the Homeless (CATH) provides vital, life-changing support to people affected by homelessness and the issues surrounding it — helping individuals avoid crisis and rebuild their lives.
About Us
Who We Are
At Chester Aid to the Homeless (CATH), we offer compassionate, person-centred support to individuals facing homelessness in Chester. Based at the Harold Tomlins Centre, we provide a welcoming space for anyone in need — offering time, empathy, and vital one-to-one human connection.
Our services are designed to meet the complex and varied needs of those affected by homelessness. These include practical help, emotional support, and access to a range of specialist services. We currently operate 24 supported accommodation beds, though demand is consistently high and places are subject to a waiting list.
We offer an impartial mediation service to anyone accessing our services. We use our experience to provide advice, information, and onward referrals on the following issues:
- Benefit advice
- Veteran support
- Homeless prevention
- Accommodation referral
- Daily living skills
- Mental health support
- Addiction help
- Support for victims of domestic violence
- Counselling
Services
What We Do
Accommodation
We offer 24 supported accommodation beds, providing a safe and stable place to stay while individuals work towards a more secure future. Demand is high, but our support never wavers.
Food
The most basic of human needs. Nutritious meals are available to those in need, offering not just sustenance, but dignity and care. A warm meal can be the first step on the journey out of homelessness.
Connection
Everyone deserves to feel seen and heard. We provide a safe space where people can talk, be listened to, and start to rebuild trust and confidence through genuine human connection.
Advice
Our experienced team offers practical support with housing, benefits, and health services. We help people navigate complex systems and make informed choices about their next steps.
£5 Buys a Meal
Just £5 can provide a warm, nourishing meal for someone facing homelessness.
Help us make sure no one goes hungry — every meal makes a difference.
Get Involved
Give your time. Change a life. Join our incredible team of volunteers.
Whether it’s a warm meal, a friendly chat, or a helping hand – your support makes a real difference.
Get Involved
How You Can Help
Volunteer
From lending a listening ear to helping with day-to-day tasks, volunteers are at the heart of what we do. Whether you can spare a few hours a week or support a one-off event, there’s a place for you on our team.
Fundraise
Every penny raised helps us provide life-changing support. Whether you’re running a marathon, hosting a bake sale, or planning something unique, your fundraising efforts bring hope to those who need it most.
Donate
Your generosity helps us provide essential services, from emergency support to longer-term accommodation. One-off or regular donations go directly towards helping people rebuild their lives.