Homelessness charity marks support for over 150 veterans in Plymouth
Since opening in 2009 its helped break the cycle of homelessness
Last updated 29th Sep 2025
Homelessness charity Alabaré has marked an incredible achievement in supporting homeless veterans in Plymouth.
Since opening in 2009, its Home for Veterans at Pentyre Terrace has helped 150 individuals break the cycle of homelessness.
The Plymouth home was the first to be established by Alabaré to provide supported living accommodation for former service personnel at a crisis point.
It's now one of several Homes for Veterans in locations across the South West of England and Wales.
As the charity celebrates 35 years of service, more than 15 of which have been spent supporting the community in Plymouth, they is also seeing an increase in demand for support for veterans experiencing homelessness.
During 2024/25, there were more than 350 referrals from former military personnel to Alabaré, representing a 122% rise compared to the year before.
158 veterans have been supported in that time, with a third of those able to move into independent living after gaining support in areas such as physical and mental health, financial wellbeing, and employability skills.
Chairman Designate of Alabaré, Lieutenant General Sir Andrew Gregory KBE CB DL, said: “It was a great pleasure to welcome so many guests to our Plymouth Home for Veterans and spread the message of the charity’s efforts to break the cycle of homelessness for former military personnel.
“Our homes across the South West and Wales are doing incredible work, and we’re proud of those colleagues and residents working together on a journey of change and independence, but the demand for our services is growing.
“We’re looking to expand our services in Plymouth in the future, and the community’s support is vital to helping us achieve that goal.”