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Ferry Project Helping the homeless with love and support towards independence since 1998 On entry to Ferry Project, individuals are assigned a key worker.

Established in 1998, Ferry project is an award winning social enterprise and registered charity that helps homeless people in fenland. The aim of the ferry project is not simply to provide accommodation, but to give people the skills they need to enable them to live independently. These include life skills such as cooking and cleaning, education courses, vocational training, volunteering and employment opportunities. We currently provide up to fifty bed spaces in Wisbech and engage with over three hundred clients per year. We are the largest provider for homelessness-related issues in the district, engaging with an estimated eighty percent of those who find themselves homeless in Fenland. "Ferry Project provides a short-term interaction in an individual’s life when they have an immediate need. Once we carry them to their destination, they move on.”
Keith Smith, Founder & Director of Ferry Project

Our clients include people with financial problems, people fleeing domestic violence, people recovering from a family breakdown or from drug and alcohol abuse, young people leaving the care system, those who have been sexually abused, ex-offenders and those with simply nowhere else to go. The key worker will work with the individual client to assess that person’s need and create an individual support plan with self-determined goals. These goals may include referrals to partner agencies, and getting back in touch with family and friends. Counselling and basic skills training are performed at the project’s headquarters, Octavia View, with additional educational courses provided at the Queen Mary Centre in Wisbech.

The Queen Mary Centre is hosting a Craft Fair on Saturday 14th November from 10am until 2pm. There will be homemade deco...
21/10/2026

The Queen Mary Centre is hosting a Craft Fair on Saturday 14th November from 10am until 2pm. There will be homemade decor and gifts, jewellery, paintings, cards and more. Come and support local artisans and find something special. Free entry!

Join Our Team. We are currently hiring two Night Concierges.The Ferry Project is launching an innovative new homelessnes...
21/10/2026

Join Our Team. We are currently hiring two Night Concierges.

The Ferry Project is launching an innovative new homelessness prevention and intensive support service designed to support people experiencing severe multiple disadvantage, complex needs and long-term homelessness.

We are looking for two compassionate, resilient and proactive Night Workers to provide overnight support within a new accommodation based service, this role is central to creating a safe, stable and psychologically informed environment where individuals can begin to rebuild their lives.

Working as part of our dedicated support team, you will provide overnight wellbeing checks, respond to incidents, manage risk, maintain accurate records and offer practical and emotional support to residents.

You will help ensure the service remains safe, welcoming and responsive throughout the night while promoting dignity, independence and recovery.

We Are Looking For Someone Who:
- Has experience supporting vulnerable adults or people with complex needs.
- Understands trauma-informed and person-centred approaches.
- Can remain calm and professional in challenging situations.
- Has strong communication and record-keeping skills.
- Is committed to treating people with dignity, compassion and respect.
- Can work independently and make sound decisions during overnight hours.

What We Offer
- The opportunity to be part of an exciting new project from the beginning.
- A supportive and values-driven team.
- Ongoing training and professional development.
- The chance to make a genuine difference in people's lives.
- A role within an organisation committed to ending homelessness in Fenland.
To apply please visit our website https://www.ferryproject.org.uk/job-vacancies

Got unwanted furniture or working appliances in good condition?Before you look to throw them away, let’s give them a sec...
21/10/2026

Got unwanted furniture or working appliances in good condition?

Before you look to throw them away, let’s give them a second life!

Here is how simple it is to support the Wisbech Donations Hub:

1️⃣ Check Your Items: Ensure your furniture is clean and has intact safety fire tags, and that your electricals are in full working order.

2️⃣ Reach Out: Send us an email at [email protected] with details (and photos!) of what you have.

3️⃣ Impact Lives: We partner with local agencies (like the Wisbech Social Prescribing Team) who refer community members in crisis.

Your items go directly into local homes to reduce anxiety and restore dignity.

Double-check our exact item criteria and opening times on the King's Church Donations Hub Page.

Listen to the latest episode of the Rural Homelessness Podcast - now available wherever you get your podcasts, includin...
20/10/2026

Listen to the latest episode of the Rural Homelessness Podcast - now available wherever you get your podcasts, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Audible. Also available here: https://podfollow.com/1747316077

No Place Like Home: The Rural Housing Crisis

This episode explores the rural housing crisis in the UK, addressing misconceptions, funding challenges, and potential solutions. Guests Mark Pragnell (Chair, English Rural Housing Association & The Rural Coalition) and Terry Jordan (Clerk to Wisbech Town Council) share insights on homelessness, local government restructuring, and how communities can support vulnerable populations.

Are you homeless and need some support?Are you currently without a home? We can offer you a place to stay as well as var...
20/10/2026

Are you homeless and need some support?
Are you currently without a home? We can offer you a place to stay as well as various levels of support to help get you back on your feet. Please get in touch.

Ar esate benamis ir jums reikia pagalbos?
Ar šiuo metu neturite namų? Mes galime pasiūlyti jums vietą apsistoti, taip pat įvairią pagalbą, kuri padės jums atsistoti ant kojų. Prašome susisiekti. https://www.ferryproject.org.uk/services/immediate-help

Vai esat bezpajumtnieks un jums ir nepieciešams atbalsts?
Vai jūs šobrīd esat bez mājām? Mēs varam piedāvāt jums vietu, kur palikt, kā arī dažāda līmeņa atbalstu, lai jums palīdzētu. Lūdzu, sazinieties ar mums. https://www.ferryproject.org.uk/services/immediate-help

Вы бездомный и нуждаетесь в поддержке?
У вас в настоящее время нет дома? Мы можем предложить вам место для проживания, а также различные уровни поддержки, чтобы помочь вам встать на ноги. Пожалуйста, свяжитесь с нами. https://www.ferryproject.org.uk/services/immediate-help

Jesteś bezdomny i potrzebujesz wsparcia?
Czy jesteś obecnie bez domu? Możemy zaoferować Ci miejsce na pobyt, a także różne poziomy wsparcia, które pomogą Ci stanąć na nogi. Skontaktuj się z nami. https://www.ferryproject.org.uk/services/immediate-help

What can you do to help someone experiencing homelessness today?Every bake sale, half-marathon and summer fete plays a p...
20/10/2026

What can you do to help someone experiencing homelessness today?

Every bake sale, half-marathon and summer fete plays a part in ensuring our staff can support more people experiencing homelessness.

Here at The Ferry Project, we offer tailored trauma-informed support as well as accommodation, education and volunteering opportunities, healthcare, counselling and more, to give those experiencing homelessness space and time to heal, and get a fresh start in life.

Here is what your money could do:
£20 - Support and advice, a shower, clothes wash and a meal for someone who is street homeless.
£50 - A room for a night, support and advice, a shower, wash their clothes and have a meal.
£100 - Food, toiletries and other essentials, clothing, transport for appointments such as probation meetings, hospital visits or even reconnecting with family.
£500 - Starter pack for a new home with furniture, electricals and essentials.

The money you raise for Ferry Project helps us keep our services running. The more we raise, the more we can increase the number of projects and services we run for people each year.

It doesn't really matter what you do, as long as you do something. Every little helps us help more people escape from a cycle of homelessness.

To get your free Fundraising Pack full of ideas and tips to help you make your fundraising event as successful as possible, please visit our website (link in bio) > Get Involved > Fundraising.

https://www.ferryproject.org.uk/fundraising

Thank you.

Last week some of our clients and their Support Workers paid a visit to the wonderful Wisbech & Fenland Museum . Everyon...
19/10/2026

Last week some of our clients and their Support Workers paid a visit to the wonderful Wisbech & Fenland Museum . Everyone found something to talk about, and the Museum Curator accompanied us and told some interesting stories, like the story behind the bones of a killer whale that was caught in the River Nene here in Wisbech. We then went to Costa for a drink. A good time was had by all.

Join Our Team. We are currently hiring two Night Concierges.The Ferry Project is launching an innovative new homelessnes...
19/10/2026

Join Our Team. We are currently hiring two Night Concierges.

The Ferry Project is launching an innovative new homelessness prevention and intensive support service designed to support people experiencing severe multiple disadvantage, complex needs and long-term homelessness.

We are looking for two compassionate, resilient and proactive Night Workers to provide overnight support within a new accommodation based service, this role is central to creating a safe, stable and psychologically informed environment where individuals can begin to rebuild their lives.

Working as part of our dedicated support team, you will provide overnight wellbeing checks, respond to incidents, manage risk, maintain accurate records and offer practical and emotional support to residents.

You will help ensure the service remains safe, welcoming and responsive throughout the night while promoting dignity, independence and recovery.

We Are Looking For Someone Who:
- Has experience supporting vulnerable adults or people with complex needs.
- Understands trauma-informed and person-centred approaches.
- Can remain calm and professional in challenging situations.
- Has strong communication and record-keeping skills.
- Is committed to treating people with dignity, compassion and respect.
- Can work independently and make sound decisions during overnight hours.

What We Offer
- The opportunity to be part of an exciting new project from the beginning.
- A supportive and values-driven team.
- Ongoing training and professional development.
- The chance to make a genuine difference in people's lives.
- A role within an organisation committed to ending homelessness in Fenland.

To apply please visit our website https://www.ferryproject.org.uk/job-vacancies

19/10/2026

There are lots of pumpkins about at this time of year - here's a great idea of how you could actually eat them!

We have teamed up with the Cambridgeshire County Council's Food Waste Reduction Team to create one video and share one free recipe per month for a year that helps reduce food waste.

So don't let your pumpkins go to waste this October - use them to make some seriously tasty pumpkin burgers!

Get the full recipe on the Ferry Project website https://www.ferryproject.org.uk/blog/2026-10-07-smart-scraps-recipe-pumpkin-burgers

Ready to kick the habit for good? The Ferry Project’s Smoking Cessation team is here to help you quit smoking for free! ...
19/10/2026

Ready to kick the habit for good? The Ferry Project’s Smoking Cessation team is here to help you quit smoking for free!

Based right here in Wisbech at the Queen Mary Centre, our expert team provides friendly, non-judgmental support to help you live a healthier, smoke-free life.

Are you:
• Currently experiencing homelessness or at risk of becoming homeless?
• Working to support people experiencing homelessness?
• Have an Eastern European Background
• Are a migrant or are new to the UK

If you are, we can help you!

Best of all - There no waiting list, so you can start your journey today.

Why choose us?
• 100% Free: Fully funded by Cambridgeshire County Council.
• No Waiting: Get support right when you need it.
• Local Support: Conveniently located at the Queen Mary Centre.
• Proven Success: Personalised advice to help you stay on track.

Don't wait for "tomorrow." Take control of your health today.

Sign up now: Phone Dorota 07435 805203 or Paulina 07512 314767
or email: [email protected]

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Octavia View
Wisbech
PE131JQ

Telephone

+441945754080

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