Emmaus supports people to work their way out of homelessness.

Emmaus provides a home and meaningful work for as long as someone needs it

You can make a difference, by donating, getting involved or visiting one of our shops.

We're converting the upstairs of the convent building into a unique Bed and Breakfast!

Our stories

We don't just give people a bed for the night; we offer a home, meaningful work and a sense of belonging.

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Steve's Story

Emmaus is life-changing – it’s daft and corny but it is.

Kieran's Story

Before Emmaus I was taking drugs, living in hostels and struggling through most days. I didn’t know what Emmaus was, but it’s completely changed who I am, for the better.

Peter's Story

"You work in the day, and you’ve got a bed to sleep in at night with a roof over your head. A lot of people don’t have that, and I’m grateful I do now."

Jagger's Story

I don’t think I would be here without Emmaus. If I was on my own, I wouldn’t have any money. When you gamble, you never win, even if you think you have – you haven’t.

Gavin's Story

Being in the community is better for me. I don’t feel so alone now. You can always talk to people here; they know what you’re going through, and you can relate to each other.

Sarah's Story

You get so much appreciation here and I absolutely love it. I think if people just came and tried volunteering for a few hours and had a chat and a tour, they’d love it too.

Lynda's Story

I feel very blessed I am now part of this community: the Emmaus community.

Mark's Story

To me Emmaus offers hope. It gives people a chance to get back on their feet and provides security and safety as people work out their way forward.

Chloe's Story

Emmaus has been extremely extremely supportive of my recovery and so understanding too. It’s just helped me get back into normal life, I didn’t have that in my previous accommodation.

Carlton's Story

In the community you don’t even have to say anything, people know you so well and they know you might need a chat or you’re having a hard day

Justin's Story

"I’ve made some good friends here. I don’t even think of them as friends; they are brothers and sisters to me. We talk a lot, we share advice with each other, we have each other’s backs."

Pat's Story

"What would I say to someone considering volunteering with Emmaus Norfolk and Waveney? Do it!"

Anna’s Story

"I'm enjoying just having the opportunity to work alongside my colleagues and the companions in the community; it’s an inspiring place to be."

Seamus' Story

"All over England and beyond, hundreds, if not thousands, of people are safe and warm and have relatively comfortable lives that would not be possible without Emmaus."