40 years of combating homelessness, poverty and disadvantage in Merseyside

SHAP will be a major force in combating homelessness, poverty and disadvantage

We achieve our aims by promoting social justice, empowering people and working to build strong, resilient communities.

All of our services create opportunities for people to grow, take risks and take control of their own lives.

Housing, Support & Wellbeing

SHAP’s Housing Support and Wellbeing Service offers accommodation, support, guidance, coaching and welfare benefits advice and ensures those moving on ….

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Work With Us

Are you looking for a job where you can truly make a difference in people’s lives?  Please check out our latest vacancies.

Do you have some free time and want to do something worthwhile?   Why not think about volunteering with us?

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Get Involved

We work with some of the most vulnerable adults and young people in Merseyside.  We need your help to continue our good work.  Volunteer with us, challenge yourself, campaign with us or make a donation….

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Success Stories

Lydia had been living in supported accommodation when she was first introduced to Knowsley’s Floating Support Scheme.

Lydia

Martin was referred to the Halton Floating Support service managed by Plus Dane and SHAP after his parents were moved to a smaller property which was adapted to meet their needs.

Martin

Pauline recently received support from our Plus Dane SHAP Floating Support Service. This is her story.

Pauline

Latest News

Ramadan News

£5,000 in donations raised to help people in Halton celebrate Ramadan – what an amazing achievement!  We would like to thank all the kind donors who have generously supported this idea (Halton Borough Council, Halton Housing Trust, Liverpool Muslim Outreach Society,...

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Warrington Disability Awareness Day

For one week a year, Warrington Disability Partnership arranges a fantastic opportunity for organisations in the local area to showcase their services and the support that is out there for people in the community. This year it is an extra special occasion,...

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Family Arts and Crafts Sessions

One of our partners, Health First Team have been delivering free online family arts and crafts sessions. Each week the participants engage in some creative exploration using a variety of materials, where they also develop skills and learn about new techniques. The...

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Changes: Bringing Balance Back

Sadly the funding for this amazing project came to an end in August 2020. However we need to look back at the successes that were achieved and the remarkable difference made to so many peoples’ lives.  Nearly £1.3 million was brought into the local economy through...

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Who We Work With

Featured Campaign

Safer St Helens

We are a #BetterThanThatChampion, helping to make St Helens a safer place and stopping Hate Crime.  Working with the Safer Communities Team in St Helens and other providers / local people to combat hate crime and make St Helens a safer place to live. 

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