Residents’ experience of supported accommodation at Kairos Housing
Spending time at ... the Kairos (Independent Living & Wellbeing) group has been such a deeply positive and meaningful experience for me. I really enjoy coming down — it’s always a warm and friendly atmosphere where everyone feels truly included. Meeting others and sharing our stories has helped me build confidence and feel more connected to the community...Being away from my homeland has, at times, felt like living through the flames of hell. But the Kairos group has given me the sense of a real family — guiding me towards new paths in life and helping me regain hope and purpose.
I honestly don’t have words strong enough to express my gratitude. Even the word “thanks” feels too small compared to what I truly feel for all the kindness, support, and inspiration you and the group have given me.
Last week in Manchester was also wonderful — both joyful and inspiring. I’m deeply thankful for every moment shared with you and everyone at Kairos. Many, many thanks.
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Kairos is synonymous with family for me. With Kairos, I am not afraid of being alone. If I want to describe Kairos in a few words: HOME, Family, and calmness. |
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You helped me a lot and I appreciate it...I will never forget your kindness to me |
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I am very happy to live in Kairos. You have always helped me. I think everyone [should] love Kairos because Kairos is always at the forefront of assistance for Asylum Seekers and Refugees. Thank you Kairos |
Kairos has really supported me. It has helped me a lot and has created security and peace for me. I am very happy and feel good that I have a place in the Kairos family. I am really grateful for all the support, help and kindness Kairos has given me, and I am extremely grateful to those who work hard in Kairos to support and love us. |
Hello my name is Amir*. I'm here with my family. When we first arrived in Blackburn we didn't know anyone. We had the opportunity to get to know Kairos and since then we are attending every Friday. It's a safe space to talk. Since the day that we were introduced to Kairos my family had the chance to meet new people, have a safe space to gather and talk about issues and problems. One of the best thing about Kairos is that the Hub's door is always open and if you need help there is always someone there to help. Overall great place. My parents don't feel lonely anymore and we love it! |
My experience living in Kairos supported accommodation has been positive for me. I have always believed that the immigration system in the UK has been designed to make it difficult for some asylum-seekers not to have a second chance whilst they’re trying to gather more evidence to support their case. And having a place to live while doing that can be hard, and Kairos has given chance to so many people and I can see the impact of that amongst the people I speak to on a daily basis. I really hope that Kairos continues to be that beacon of hope and light for the most vulnerable. |
*Names have been altered to protect anonymity.
