Homeless packs for released prisoners

A project set up by the Christian charity Loving by Giving in conjunction with

HMP Norwich, provides an urban survival kit for life on the streets to prisoners being released from Norwich with no accommodation. Loving by Giving is a charity that works to relieve poverty and change people’s lives practically.

Alison Wernham, Project Co-ordinator for the charity

said: “The backpack gives these ex-offenders a starter pack to assist them initially on release. There is currently the need to provide approximately 10 backpacks a month – this number is expected to increase. We really believe that together we can make a positive difference in the lives of many people who are in desperate need”.

The backpacks contain the following items: Sleeping bag, toothbrush, hand towel, cereal bar, toothpaste, warm hat, refillable water bottle, shaving foam, gloves, scarf, pen, safety razor, socks, notepad, shower gel, rain mac and a £5 supermarket voucher.