The success of Halton Goals has seen the growth of CIC homeless services. We now have two additional projects for homeless individuals, Orchard House and Belvedere. We are different because we are not here just to provide a shelter. We are here to help people move on from the crisis of homelessness to independence.

Whether someone needs us for a few months or two years depends on their situation. But we work with every individual to achieve better opportunities. By combining a place to live with training, job search, personal support, and motivation we provide the young people we support with a chance to realise their full potential.

We take a holistic approach to assisting the people we support. When a young person arrives they often feel vulnerable and apprehensive. It's our job to ensure they feel safe whilst assessing how the project can meet their needs. Our projects challenge the stereotype of the homeless hostel. Orchard House was designed and built in partnership with homeless experts. With its spacious and comfortable areas, its large and enclosed garden and six private one room apartments, this flagship home challenges all the negative expectations of homeless accommodation.

Our overall plan is to continue to provide support and security to enable our young residents to break the no home, no hope, no job, cycle and move onto living independently.