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.
So many people have a great story to tell about how Emmaus has touched their lives. Whether they’re companions, staff, trustees or volunteers, these stories show the impact Emmaus can have.
"Abbe Pierre once asked for people to open their homes & their hearts and his plea formed the basis for Emmaus as we know it today. However, I have found that this openness & accepting is not solely focused on companions. Volunteers and staff like myself (even customers) are subject to the same open and accepting environment. And for that, I thank you all. Good luck to the charity & to everyone involved."
"I would definitely recommend Emmaus to people who are homeless or sleeping rough on the street. Being at Emmaus has not only got me off the streets but has opened up so many great opportunities for me".
"It’s very rare with charities that you get to work alongside the people you’re helping, it is motivational and keeps things optimistic."
"Emmaus will only work for you if you’re willing to make it work, you have to put in to get out."
"I like working at Emmaus because I think it is important to work somewhere that has an important purpose and mission."
"My time with Emmaus has already been a real eye-opening experience, one of which I have thoroughly enjoyed."
"If Emmaus hadn’t given me the chance to prove myself, I’m pretty sure I would have ended up dead."
"An especially rewarding part of the job has been being able to witness the impact Emmaus SLC has on our companions".
"I have a roof over my head and can work everyday, something I really missed when I was living on the streets"
"Meeting new people was initially one of the main challenges of this experience. I used to hold back, but now I find it a lot easier to talk to people I have not met before. I am much more comfortable with myself and I feel more open".
