Who's it for?

  • Anyone who sleeps rough in and around Dorchester and would like help with resettlement or is just passing through.

What's on offer?

  • Support in dealing with problems.
  • Help in contacting agencies such as Housing, DSS benefits, Job Centre, GP, drug & alcohol advice, mental health services, etc.
  • Help with providing clothes, bedding, sleeping bags, in cooperation with the Salvation Army Shop in Trinity Street
  • Hot drinks and a friendly atmosphere.
  • A hot meal for those who have no means of cooking for themselves. Try to arrive before 11am so that you are sure of a meal. There might be a small charge for this.
  • Visiting partner agencies offering appointments to service users, these include: Shelter, CADAS, CMHT, Nurse practitioner.


    • The following facilities are free:
    • Shower /washing/ shaving facilities; washing machine and dryer.
    • Use of phone; providing an address.

    Rules of The Hub

    outreach

    • All rough sleepers over the age of 21 years are welcome.
    • Service users must not be heavily under the influence of drugs or alcohol and will be asked to leave if they are.
    • The Hub will provide food to all service users who are engaged with the service but a small charge might be made.
    • The Hub has a zero tolerance policy towards drugs and alcohol.
    • They must not be brought on to the premises or consumed within the surrounding area (for example around the side of the building). This protects both you and us.
    • Anyone suspected of buying, selling or using drugs on the premises will be banned.
    • The use of violence: physical, verbal or other is not tolerated towards other service users or staff. Service users acting in a violent manner will be requested to leave the premises.



    The Hub

    Great Western Road, Dorchester DT1 1RZ
    It's near to Dorchester West Station,
    tucked between the Build Center and Focus.
    Tel: 01305 757599; e-mail: annmcdonald@bcha.org.uk
    Open 10am to 12.30, Mon to Fri