About Us

Life is a journey, not a destination

And that’s OK. We’ve all got to start somewhere.

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Our History

For Homeless Oxfordshire, our beginning was humble. In a shabby old school building, named Oxford Night Shelter, we provided overnight emergency accommodation to anyone that needed a warm bed and a roof over their head.

It was far from ideal. But we used what we had and gave it our all. With 12 people in each room, we were pushed but strived to provide the best service we could. We transformed classrooms into dormitories and provided everyone with food, washing facilities and as much support as possible.

Fast-forward 34 years and here we are the largest homeless accommodation provider across the county. Not only do we provide accommodation to over 50 people at our central Oxford hostel, but we have beds across the local community in over 20 properties offering a full range of support.

Our Mission

To provide short term accommodation with access to high quality support and initiatives that enable people to have a safe space, in which they can begin to take control of their own lives and recover from homelessness.

Our Aim

Through the provision of a wide range of different types of accommodation, people will learn how to manage a tenancy, have improved self-esteem, a more positive self-identity and gain the skills that will enable them to move on, live and succeed with greater independence.

Meet The Team

Here at Homeless Oxfordshire

Simon Hewett-Avison

CEO

Ashley Rogers

Head of Property and Development

Andy Gould

Interim Head of Fundraising and Communications

Janet Lambert

Head of Finance

Damola Olaleye

HR Manager

Laura Potter-James

Head of Support Services

Trustees

  • Ryan Cooke

    Chair of Trustees

  • David Cryer

    Vice Chair

  • Pamela Roberts

    Trustee

  • Tony Alexander

    Trustee

  • Frank Webster

    Trustee

  • Robin Rogers

    Trustee

  • David Huw-Owen

    Trustee

  • Kate Hood

    Trustee

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