FOR MK
Our work in Milton Keynes
We love this city. Here are the areas of need where we are working with local partners to make a real difference.
Where we focus
Four areas of need
Homelessness
Supporting people without a safe place to call home.
Poverty and disadvantage
Practical help when money is tight.
Mental health and wellbeing
Tackling loneliness and isolation.
Crime and safety
Standing with people affected by violence and crime.
Our work
Homelessness
Young people face a worsening housing situation in Milton Keynes, which is struggling to shake off the label of "capital of youth homelessness".
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Our work
Poverty and disadvantage
The 2019 index of multiple deprivation suggested that 8 areas of Milton Keynes are within the 10% most deprived in England, and 2 are within the 2% most deprived.
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Our work
Mental health and wellbeing
In 2019 it was reported that two big predictors of lifelong health were levels of physical activity and loneliness.
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Our work
Crime and safety
Thames Valley Police reported an 18% increase in violent crime, and sexual assault support services saw a 51% increase from April to June 2020 compared to the year before.
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Our partners
The organisations we work alongside across Milton Keynes.
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