Client stories
Inspiring stories from those who have used our services
Dave’s Story
This is Dave's story, in his own words. "I was working for an engineering company in Lancing and I was lodging with someone in Worthing. In March 2019, I was made redundant and around the same time, the lady I was lodging with had gone into hospital and she wasn’t...
Obert’s Story
My life was normal before. I had a job. I'm in engineering, I'm a CNC operator and programmer. I was working, and then, because of my health, I had to terminate my employment. And then I had no other way of paying rent, but I managed to stay for about six months, not...
Claire’s Story
I have been supported by Turning Tides since 2022. I was introduced to Jenny, the Housing First worker in January 2023. Being in temporary accommodation was awful. Not knowing what was going on in terms of my accommodation was scary. I went into rehab in 2023 and...
Adele’s Story
I began working with my Housing First support worker in January 2022. Up to this point I had almost given up on life. I believed it would be easier for me to be homeless and living on the streets. Getting to know my support worker felt I was finally being seen, heard,...
Louis’ Story
My Journey Home My journey has been one of challenge, resilience and ultimately hope. It is a story shaped by loss, support and the determination to rebuild my life against difficult odds. I moved into Crawley at a time when my life felt uncertain. Everything was...
Jamie’s Story
Hi, I'm Jay. I'm an addict alcoholic in recovery and was in and out of homelessness for a long time until I found Turning Tides. Growing up, I wasn't wanted by my mum. My brother and sister were. They were treated right and I was neglected and unloved. I referred to...
Adrian’s Story
Before my Mum died, I didn't drink, I didn't smoke. I cycled all around the country, even to other countries. I hiked a lot, boxed a lot. I was very spiritual, but not self-righteous either. I was a normal bloke with flaws, certainly not living a hedonistic life....
Cheryl’s Story
In August 2019, I found myself abruptly and unfairly evicted. In the blink of an eye my life had completely unravelled – I was homeless. For so many years, as I moved from one place to another, I just felt unsafe and on edge. Now, after coming to Turning Tides, I feel hopeful about the future.