SIFA Fireside works alongside those who are socially excluded or disadvantaged, addressing alcohol issues and homelessness and empowering and supporting people to meet their short and long term goals.
We have some Volunteer opportunities
URGENT APPEAL: We are in desperate need of sleeping bags for our service users. If you can help please call Mary Mantom on 0121 666 7023. Thank you!
Latest news...
SIFA Fireside AGM - 8th September at The Bond, Digbeth
SIFA Fireside Car Boot Sale - 24th September
Important changes to our drop-in service
Volunteer Chris Swann to cycle 820 miles to raise funds for SIFA Fireside
Quick Links...
ChangeKitchen - Our new catering social enterprise, now taking orders
Download a referral form here: External agencies referral form
Download our new information leaflets here
Links: to other organisations and help
Download our latest Service User Newsletter here: City Streets #3
Download our latest Annual Review here: Annual Review 2008-09
A service user enjoys a meal during our 'drop-in' session |
Birgit shows service users how to prepare a healthy meal |
Our services
We offer a free and confidential service to anyone affected by alcohol problems or homelessness. We empower people to meet their short and long term goals improving their physical, social and mental wellbeing. We do this through practical support, including daily drop-ins, a resettlement service, a specialist alcohol support service, well being and activity groups and an employment and training programme. Our specialist alcohol service includes the option to have Acupuncture and EST sessions, a dedicated mental health worker, Hospital liaison and an Outreach project.
Getting help
The first point of access to our services is often through our daily 'drop in' sessions in Birmingham City Centre where people can self refer for immediate practical help, but we also take referrals by phone or letter from individuals and third party professionals.
Advice and training
We provide advice for professionals, carers and family members, run Alcohol Education training days for other organisations, and offer placements to trainee police officers and social workers. We also hire out our training room to other organisations.
Promoting health and inclusion
SIFA Fireside works in partnership with other providers, such as the Homeless Nurses Team, the Homeless Mental Health Team, City College and Birmingham Voluntary Services Council, to tackle health inequalities and to ensure opportunities for volunteering, training and employment.
Access to our buildings for people with disabilities
All our sites have ground floor access and we are working towards making our services accessible/inclusive to people across the spectrum of disabilities. One of the important factors behind our plans to re-locate to a more suitable building is to improve access for those with a disability.
We need your support!
Your financial help enables us to support even more people into settled accommodation, work and training. We also welcome donations of food and clothing. Give your time as a volunteer with SIFA Fireside and make a difference to a huge number of lives, including your own.
