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Joan was 70 years old when she became homeless. After her beloved husband of 50 years died, Joan’s eldest daughter stole all of her savings, and transferred the house into her own name.
Then they kicked Joan out of the family home and left her on the street. She was desperate, terrified and completely alone.
The shocking truth is, older women like Joan are becoming homeless in record numbers.
They are our mothers, grandmothers and aunts. They’ve cared for others their whole lives, and deserve to enjoy their golden years feeling safe and secure. Instead, they’re being forced to sleep rough and fight to survive.
This winter, women like Joan urgently need your help.
Donate now and you’ll help provide emergency accommodation so vulnerable older women have a safe place to sleep. You’ll help give nutritious meals and warm clothing to keep them healthy and warm. And you’ll help give the support they need to rebuild their life – and escape homelessness.
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