8pm Knock on the Door

A Six Streets resident has been in touch to say that they had a man saying he is homeless having just left prison knock on their door at 8pm Sunday 8th January. They did not feel safe opening the door. As they were concerned about vulnerable neighbours they rang the police.

The police have logged the incident and if anyone else has had similar experience the reference number is 843-8-Jan.

Rough Sleepers

Quick details on support in Derby for homeless people.

Derby City Mission - supporting homeless people and those with addictions through their Recovery drop in and Night Shelter projects.

W: www.derbycitymission.org.uk

T: 01332 460346

Padley Homeless Centre - the homeless hub for Derby with a Day Centre plus supported accommodation in flats across te city.

W: www.padleygroup.com

T: 01332 331280

Doorways Project - a group of community volunteers dedicating several evenings a week to go onto the streets of Derby to provide hot and cold food, drinks, clothing, bedding and social interaction for the homeless, rough sleepers, and vulnerable people who need help.

W: www.doorwaysderby.wordpress.com

T: 07754128763

E: doorways2015@gmail.com

Diana Bruce