Ahava Community

A huge thank you to Hairforce 1 Training Academy for giving their time and talent to support our service users at the shelter with free haircuts, helping everyone feel their very best. 💙

This was their second monthly visit, and we’re so grateful for the care, kindness, and positivity they bring each time they come in. Something as simple as a haircut can make a real difference, helping people feel refreshed and confident. Our guests were very pleased with their new cuts.

We’re incredibly grateful to the amazing Balfour Beatty team who gave their time and energy to help refresh our shelter in Romford.

Thanks to 18 dedicated volunteers, all 12 guest rooms were painted and transformed into brighter, more welcoming spaces for the people staying with us. They also generously donated kitchen essentials including cutlery, utensils, and other much-needed items that will make a real difference to our guests day-to-day.

Small acts of kindness like this help create a safe, welcoming environment for those rebuilding their lives.

Thank you again to everyone involved for your hard work, compassion, and commitment to supporting our community. 💛

📸: Balfour Beatty

WE WANT YOU!

We’re growing our volunteer team to support people experiencing homelessness across Havering and the surrounding areas and we’d love you to be part of it.

From social media support and van driver to night shelter worker, there’s a role for every skill set and schedule.

💛 Make a real impact
🤝 Learn new skills
📅 Flexible opportunities

Join us this month.

Interested?

Message us or email [email protected] to join the ahava community team!

You’re invited to our free art workshops at Hope Café 🎨
Join us on Wednesday 29th April and Wednesday 6th May for a relaxed, creative session led by local artist Helen Yousaf. 🖼️

A wonderful Saturday spent together 💛

Our Cream Tea & Paint day brought people together for a relaxed afternoon of creativity and conversation 🎨☕

Thank you to everyone who came along and made the day so special. The turnout was fantastic, and it was inspiring to see the room filled with support, energy, and so much talent.

We’re grateful to be part of such a supportive community, and we look forward to welcoming you again soon. 💛

We’re looking for a volunteer van driver 🚐
If you or someone you know can help, please message us on Facebook or email.

For more volunteering opportunities, visit our website: https://ahavacommunity.org/volunteers

A Good Life Season 2

You're invited to a surprising location to discover more surprising culture...

Join us at a secret location in the heart of Romford for the launch of a season of unusual new projects celebrating Havering’s changing cultural landscape.

RSVP and reserve your place now.
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/havering-rising-tickets-1984025099481?aff=oddtdtcreator

Havering London

Join us for a fun day of creativity and a delicious cream tea! 🎨☕

A perfect chance to unwind, get creative, and connect with the community.

We would love to see you there!

The first month of the year gave us the opportunity to provide shelter and hospitality to 53 people. It takes effort and resources. It is often a labour of love. Please help to support the cause at www.ahavacommunity.org/donate

Friday Night Dinner

This week's donated special meal comes from none other but

"Robins Pie & Mash"

Our street engagement team have been super busy engaging with local businesses.

With the last Friday of the month being donated by this great local business we are able to give a luxury meal to the homeless people of Havering who are part of our pack and go shelter offering a safe environment to people in need this service.

If you have not tried this great restaurant you can find them on
Instagram:

Many thanks to the Romford team. 💛