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The past few months have been particularly challenging for individuals at risk of homelessness, as the cost of living crisis and escalating energy expenses have driven more families out of secure accommodation. The most marginalised individuals in Aberdeen need our support more than ever. Latest figures released by the Scottish government reveal that in 2024 Aberdeen City experienced a 24% increase in households assessed as homeless – between 2023 to 2024 there were 1,270 homeless households in Aberdeen. The housing shortage in Aberdeen is a growing concern, impacting families across the city. The lack of affordable housing is pushing more people to live in unsuitable temporary accommodation, sofa-surf, or take to the streets. On the 14th April I'll be joining a group of people committed to helping people. we are sleeping at Balmoral Park, the home of Cove Rangers in the CEO Sleepout UK's first Aberdeen event, which will help people across the city who don’t have a place to call home. I'm raising money for Aberdeen Cyrenians, a local charity and social care services provider supporting some of the most vulnerable people in our community. First started by Aberdeen University students as a soup kitchen, Aberdeen Cyrenians now put the needs of North East Scotland's most vulnerable and socially excluded people first — leading at the frontline of service, care and influence for 50+ years. I'll put a link to my fundrasing page in the comments, it would be amazing and helpful if you could spare a few pounds to help... thank you 🙏 ---------------------------- Fundraising link in the comments below👇👇👇 ---------------------------- #ceosleepout #charity #findraising #homeless #community