Malachi Place, a brand-new center to help tackle homelessness in Ilford, East London, has opened its doors to support those in need of a roof over their heads. The initiative is a joint venture by The Salvation Army and the London Borough of Redbridge Council. The building is made up of 42 self-contained flats, finished and decorated to provide safe and comfortable homes. It is the first of its kind in the UK to target rough sleepers who have no recourse to public funds. The accommodation has been named in recognition of Malachi Justin, a 10-year-old boy who became concerned about people sleeping rough in the area. When his first baby tooth fell out at the age of five, Malachi gave his tooth fairy’ money to the local Salvation Army, along with a note asking them to spend it on helping homeless people. To learn more visit, popuphostel.org
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