Brighter Futures opens latest Stoke-on-Trent accommodation

Rob Andrews

30 September 2024 at 3:01 pm·1-min read

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Charity Brighter Futures has opened its latest accommodation complex. The five-bed Orchid House is new women-only accommodation in Stoke-on-Trent.

It comes as Orchid Women's Services - based on Garth Street, in Hanley - already offers support to women.

A Brighter Futures spokesman said: "Recognising the need for female-only accommodation in Stoke-on-Trent, we have launched a five-bed move-on facility as part of our housing pathway. Customers at Orchid House receive support from our housing sustainment team and Orchid Women's Services helping them to progress through the pathway while accessing emotional and practical support."

For more information about Orchid Women's Services call 01782 286862.

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