Sheffield Project for Refugee INtegration and Growth (SPRING)
SPRING is a collaboration of six organisations helping refugees settle into the local community.
We help refugees when they receive “leave to remain” status and need support accessing housing, benefits, and immigration advice. We also help with practical issues such as opening a bank account and registering with a GP.
After addressing the immediate needs, SPRING continues to stand by refugees, providing long-term support for their integration journey. This includes learning English, finding routes into volunteering, education, training, and securing employment, paving the way for a brighter future.
We understand that coping with the trauma that can come from being a refugee can be incredibly difficult. We can provide some support for those who have experienced trauma. Additionally, we can direct you to a variety of activities that support mental and physical well-being across Sheffield.
The Multi-Agency Drop In
Wednesdays 1-4pm, Victoria Hall, Norfolk Street, Sheffield S1 2JB
The Multi-Agency Drop In is coordinated by City of Sanctuary Sheffield and is an advice and information hub for people seeking sanctuary in Sheffield, which is attended by all SPRING partners.
Contact: lily.crossleybaxter@sheffield.cityofsanctuary.org
Website: The Multi-agency Drop-in – City of Sanctuary Sheffield
About our partners
The City of Sanctuary: a safe space where refugees can relax, use a computer and access a wide range of information, advice and support.
To Visit: The Sanctuary 37-39 Chapel Walk, Sheffield S1 2PD
Opening hours: Monday – Thursday, 10am – 4pm
Contact: 0742 131 3518 (Calls, WhatsApp)
Email: blessan@sheffield.
Visit the website: Sheffield City of Sanctuary – Information
New Beginnings Project: provides information and advice regarding volunteering, employment, education and social activities.
To Visit: The Circle, 33 Rockingham Lane, Sheffield, S1 4FW
Opening hours: Monday – Thursday, 10am – 4pm
Make an appointment by phone: 0114 253 6655
Email: refugee@test.vas.org.uk
Visit the website: VAS – New Beginnings Project
Citizens Advice Sheffield: provides one-to-one help with benefits, immigration, housing and debt.
Make appointments via The Sanctuary
Visit the website: Citizens Advice Sheffield – Support
SAVTE: Offers English language group classes, English conversation groups and one-to-one home classes with volunteer teachers, both online and in-person at a number of venues across the city, including at The Sanctuary.
Contact: 0114 212 3050
Email: savte@savte.org.uk
Visit the website: SAVTE – Creating community through conversation
Sheffield City Council: Support and guidance with applying for housing.
Visit the website: Sheffield City Council – Housing
SOLACE: Offers specialist therapeutic support for refugees experiencing trauma and mental health issues. Referrals to this service can only be accepted via the SPRING partners, using the referral form below.
Visit the website: SOLACE – Therapy and Referral
Key Information
How to refer to SPRING
If you would like to make a referral to SPRING:
- Download the form at the bottom of this page
- Email it to Blessan K Babu
Once we receive the referral, we will contact the individual. Please note that our services are very busy, so let us know if you feel there is an urgent need for support.
Our support is designed to be flexible, delivered remotely via phone, video, and in-person, depending on the unique circumstances of each individual.
The Sanctuary is open, and walk-in support is available Monday – Thursday, 10am – 4pm.
Every individual will be warmly welcomed at The Sanctuary, where they strive to create a comfortable and supportive environment. We will go through a simple assessment form to identify their short and long term needs, as well as understand how we can help them. We then support the individual to engage with our partner services, as appropriate.
Information and resources
More of our projects and partnerships
Helping Refugees & Asylum Seekers to have fulfilling, empowered, autonomous and inter-connected lives.
The New Beginnings Project
Creating a unified voluntary and community sector in Sheffield
Sheffield VCS Leaders Forum
