Beyond the Parish
Ace of Clubs - Support for the Homeless
The Redemptorist clergy and parishioners of St Mary’s have a long-standing and proud connection with the Ace of Clubs, since it was formed in 1995.
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The Ace of Clubs depends upon the support of local volunteers. Find out how you can volunteer here.
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About the Ace of Clubs
The Ace of Clubs is a Redemptorist initiative that began as a response to the many homeless and vulnerable knocking at the red door of the St Mary’s Monastery in St Alphonsus Road, Clapham asking for help.
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The Redemptorists provided the location, manpower and resources for Ace to begin in 1995. Ace is now an open access day centre that acts as a ‘one-stop shop’, providing the homeless, vulnerable and dispossessed with: Hot and cold meals, Hot showers, Clothing/toiletries, Laundry facilities, Coffee and tea, In-house NHS nurses, NHS dental services, Case-working, Education & training, IT facilities, Mobile phone charging, Mail-boxes and Veterinary help.
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For over 25 years the Ace of Clubs has provided an estimated 500,000+ meals, helped 10,000 clients get off the streets and onto their feet. Miracles take place at Ace every day!
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St Vincent de Paul (SVP)
The St Vincent de Paul Society (England & Wales) is part of an international Christian voluntary network dedicated to tackling poverty in all its forms by providing practical assistance to people in need.
The St Mary’s Parish has been a proud and generous supporter of SVP for many years.
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Please send an email to svpclapham@gmail.com if you'd like to volunteer for the SVP or learn more.