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Our stories

Here at Emmaus Bolton we have a fantastic mix of companions, local volunteers and a small staff team, growing our social enterprises together. Read about some of the people involved in our Emmaus Bolton community here

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Rob's story

“Having Emmaus to fall back on saved my life. I went from somewhere that was well paid to Emmaus, which is somewhere I could live, eat, sleep, not worry about anything and get help to get back into reality again.”

Hazel's story

"Emmaus does need donations. Everybody that donates is helping Emmaus house homeless people and give them an opportunity and chance to better their lives."

Paul's story

"It’s the security Emmaus gives that’s important to me. It took me a couple of weeks to realise that my application had actually gone through, it wasn’t going to be rejected and that I could stay."

Zak's story

"Emmaus is an even balance between having somewhere safe whilst having something to do. Having tasks to do, and to occupy my time, helps me so much."

Andres' story

“Emmaus is my family, my father, my mother, my sister, my brother. Emmaus has been there when I’ve been in pain with no money. Emmaus is there when you have lost everything.”

Susanne's story

"Volunteering in an ice cream parlour is a good way of contributing, especially if you enjoy meeting the public and spreading a little enjoyment."

Ellie's story

“It had such a major impact this kindness. I had always thought one day I could give something back, and that’s why I’m here.”

Jackie's story

"Emmaus Bolton is unique because you are volunteering alongside the people the charity supports. Realising these people are getting on and trying to improve their lives is what makes the experience even better."

Clare's story

Clare wanted to volunteer with Emmaus Bolton to support people who have been homeless, following her own experiences

Keve’s story

"Emmaus has given me more than just a place to live; it’s given me hope. Every day feels like a new opportunity to make a fresh start."

Paul's story

"I want to encourage people to stop, listen and talk. It’s very important. Ninety per cent of people are not homeless by choice."

Sunday's story

“I’m full of emotion when people think of spending money on others before themselves and people respond to Emmaus Bolton appeals.”

Rebecca's story

“I think change needs to happen because we are a nation of make, do and mending, going back to wartime, and we need to do that now to save the planet.”