Making a difference in the lives of the people we support
We are a charity where people support people and we’ve been doing this for more than 140 years. Our purpose is to meet need wherever we find it; always ‘here to help’.
Our drive is to be of more help to more people. We believe that with the right support, each and every person can achieve their potential.
What we do…
Modern Day Slavery
SJOG is one of the UK’s largest provider of safe houses offering a safe space and specialist support for recovery and rehabilitation for people who have been subjected to modern day slavery or trafficking.
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Disability
Amplifying the voices of people with disabilities in shaping the services they use and be valued of the communities in which they live.
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Homelessness
Providing a place of safety, warmth and hospitality, together with specialist support to help people rebuild and move on to lead fulfilling lives.
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Older Communities
Supporting older people to maintain their sense of identity and to live their lives with meaning and purpose.
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Autism & Complex Care
Specialist support with a person-centred approach focusing on meaningful outcomes for the best quality of life.
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Here to Help Project
Support, training and resources for neurodivergent people, people with disabilities, families and professionals.
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Our strategy
There is a wish to be exceptional - not just any organisation, but an organisation that does cutting edge work.
The six key areas of our current strategy:
Focus on Autism
SJOG first achieved NAS accreditation in January 2022 and again in January 2024 and May 2025. 100% of our autism services are now accredited. This provides assurance that we deliver exceptional outcomes for autistic people.
Doing good
97%
of people we support
say they are treated with respect and kindness
878
Autistic people
supported through our Here to Help project
35%
increase
in the number of people we support
Get involved
Work for us
SJOG believes in the potential of people. We'll help you to learn, be great at what you do, and help you to be what you want to be.
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Volunteer
Volunteer at SJOG and join a friendly community of people who care about doing the best they can for the people we are here to serve.
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Fundraise for us
There are a number of ways to support our work - donating, leaving a gift in your will, taking part in an activity or event - all of which can make a lasting difference.
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Going the extra mile
GEM awards are given to recognise colleagues who have gone above and beyond in their work. They are nominated by the people they work with.
See our new autism service in Stockton-on-tees
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