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Administration Team Leader

We are currently seeking a part time Administration Team Leader to join our supported accommodation team.
Blazing June and Celebration

In a Jubilee week of celebration, the 700 Club marked its Silver Jubilee. From a small beginnings and an ambition to provide shelter for homeless people, the organisation has gone on to provide over 400,000. Thank you to everyone who has supported the charity over the years.
Jobs, Jobs and more Jobs

On 23rd June the 700 Club held its first ever Jobs Fayre. It was a successful event, and some roles were filled. Staff were on hand to talk to visitors, and refreshments were also served. BUT if you missed it, it isn't too late, just read on.
Celebrations and Fun

In June 2022 the 700 Club celebrated 25 years of service delivery in Darlington. Around 250 people called in consuming 340 bread buns filled with pork from a hog-roast. Side stalls, a bucking bronco, live music and sunshine made it a very special afternoon.

Blazing June and Celebration

In a Jubilee week of celebration, the 700 Club marked its Silver Jubilee. From a small beginnings and an ambition to provide shelter for homeless people, the organisation has gone on to provide over 400,000. Thank you to everyone who has supported the charity over the years.
Joint Working Recognised

Each year the Nepacs Ruth Cranfield Awards highlight and celebrate examples of exceptional work by people in the North East in the cause of rehabilitating prisoners into society and helping to cut the risk of re-offending. The Darlington Housing Options Team and the 700 Club were among 19 organisations to be commended.
Church View Apartments Open

After months in development, on 9th December, the first person to take up residence entered Church View Apartments. It was a significant moment for the 700 Club and for the people Darlington. Until now, the town has lacked supported move-on accommodation, but with the launch of this initiative 32 flats will be available where residents can cultivate the skills and confidence needed for independence.
Crime Commissioner Supports Street Outreach

The 700 Club has been awarded funding from the County Durham and Darlington Community Fund to support Street Outreach work in Darlington.
Housing First - A New Model of Service Delivery

The 700 Club and Darlington Council's Housing Options Team are collaborating to deliver a "Housing First" pilot. Housing First is a new way of approaching the challenge of homelessness which has been successfully trialled in many areas of the world.
Recruiting Now

The 700 Club is actively recruiting for permanent, full time staff. If you are seeking a position working in social care, then there are opportunities across the organisation.
Church View Apartments

After over a year in development, on the 5th October 2020, the keys to 32 newly developed flats within Church View Apartments were released to the 700 Club by the contractors. Over the next few weeks the building will be furnished, and then in late November a new Move-on service will begin operating from the building.
Website Revamp

In anticipation of its 25th Anniversary the 700 Club website has been refreshed to make navigation easier and to improve performance on hand-held devices. It has been designed to not only make an impact on visitors but offer an easy way to contribute to our work.
Champion of the homeless dies aged 95

The death of Miss Elsie Wylie was announced on Friday 22nd May 2020. A former Head Teacher, she was a stalwart supporter of the movement to end homelessness and one of the first to donate £50 when the 700 Club started.
From Response to Recovery

As the organisation moves to a new phase in the battle with COVID-19, we are working with partners to ensure the continued safety of the vulnerable individuals with whom we work. Thank you to all who have supported the organisation during a very frightening period for all.

Who are we?
The Lodge

The Lodge offers a temporary 'home' for people who are in housing crisis. If you are already rough sleeping, or in danger of doing so, call us for advice or call in at the Council's Housing Department for a Gateway assessment.
Supported Accommodation

The 700 Club provides 29 units of supported accommodation across its two hostels in Darlington. Individuals stay for up to a year as the progress towards independence.
Church View Apartments

The need for supported move-on accommodation for individuals who have the potential to live independently, but who do not require the intense support provided by hostels, was recognised almost from the beginning of the 700 Club. In October 2020 it became a reality when the keys for Church View Apartments, comprising 32 flats, were handed over. The service will start in December.
Our History
Emergency Food

A small quantity of food is held by the 700 Club at its hostel St. George's Hall in Elmfield Street. The store is available for access on all evenings and during the weekend. Agencies may refer people with whom they may have some involvement, but clients can call at St. George's Hall without referral.
Early Intervention Outreach Project

The 700 Club Early Intervention Project is a jointly funded partnership between Darlington Borough Council and Durham Police. It is based on the belief that big and costly problems can be prevented if they are addressed when they are still small.
What we do

The 700 Club offers a range of services to those who are homeless or inappropriately housed to help them as individuals overcome the barriers to living independently and to settle in a home of their choosing.
Help those who beg on the street

Loose change feeds problems, it is not a solution. Help us bring support to those who beg. People beg for different reasons, but for all it is symptomatic of need. Help us to meet the person's needs so that they are not diminished by the need to beg.
Floating support service

Where the need is greatest

Our work goes on day after day, but it's only through the generous donations of our supporters that this remains possible. With your help we can bring an end to the suffering that homelessness causes. Read more

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Help those who beg on the street

Loose change feeds problems, it is not a solution. Help us bring support to those who beg. People beg for different reasons, but for all it is symptomatic of need. Help us to meet the person's needs so that they are not diminished by the need to beg. Read more

Donate Fundraise

Church View Apartments Open

After months in development, on 9th December, the first person to take up residence entered Church View Apartments. It was a significant moment for the 700 Club and for the people Darlington. Until now, the town has lacked supported move-on accommodation, but with the launch of this initiative 32 flats will be available where residents can cultivate the skills and confidence needed for independence. Read more

Joint Working Recognised

Each year the Nepacs Ruth Cranfield Awards highlight and celebrate examples of exceptional work by people in the North East in the cause of rehabilitating prisoners into society and helping to cut the risk of re-offending. The Darlington Housing Options Team and the 700 Club were among 19 organisations to be commended. Read more

Jubilee 700 for 2022

Be part of the Jubilee 700. Make a gift or pledge an annual sum and help to bring stability to chaotic and damaged lives. Homelessness, addiction, and uncontrolled mental ill-health are signs not just of personal struggle but of a broken community. If we all do a little bit, big changes can happen. Let's make it happen in 2022. Read more

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