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14/01/2026

Domestic abuse against men is often misunderstood — and underestimated.

New data from the Office for National Statistics shows that 1.5 million men experienced domestic abuse in England and Wales in the year ending March 2025. That’s not rare. That’s not marginal. And it shouldn’t be ignored.

Our latest blog looks at:
• the real numbers behind male victimisation
• why abuse is about power and control, not gender
• the links between domestic abuse, mental health, and homelessness
• why acknowledging male victims does not minimise harm to women

At First People Group, we work at the intersection of these issues every day — because silence, stigma, and lack of support make recovery harder.

📖 Read the full blog here: www.firstpeople.org.uk/blog

13/01/2026

A safe place to sleep can change everything.

At First People Housing, we provide supported accommodation for men experiencing homelessness or at risk of sleeping rough. Alongside housing, we offer practical, person-centred support to help residents rebuild stability, confidence, and independence.

Housing is the foundation. Support is what helps change last.

12/01/2026

Meet the Team | Kim Fruen
Support & Development Worker

Kim brings a calm, thoughtful approach to her role, supporting people as they build stability, confidence, and a stronger sense of self.

Working as a Support and Development Worker, she focuses on creating safe, respectful spaces where change can happen at a realistic and sustainable pace. Her work is rooted in clear boundaries, consistency, and seeing the whole person, not just the situation in front of them.

With experience in mental health supported living, Kim understands that meaningful progress comes from trust, patience, and feeling genuinely supported. She combines practical support with a holistic, people-centred approach that helps individuals move forward in ways that work for them.

Kim is a valued part of the First People team, bringing care, clarity, and steady support to everything she does.

To learn more about Kim, visit our Meet The Team section on our website: www.firstpeople.org.uk/meet-the-team

09/01/2026

Meet the Team | Yvonne Rolfe
Administration & Client Services

Yvonne is often the first voice people hear at First People, and the steady presence that keeps everything moving behind the scenes.

Working across administration and client services, she brings organisation, warmth, and a calm, practical approach to every interaction.

Whether it’s supporting clients, keeping systems running smoothly, or helping the wider team stay on track, Yvonne has a knack for making things feel manageable, even on the busiest days.

With a background spanning customer relations, people management, and business development, she combines professionalism with genuine care and good humour, the kind that instantly puts people at ease.

Unflappable, approachable, and always ready with a smile, Yvonne plays a vital role in making First People a service that feels welcoming, structured, and human.

We’re very glad she’s part of the team. 🥰🤩

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08/01/2026

Meet the Team | Billy Stevenson
Maintenance Manager

Billy is the calm, capable presence behind the scenes who helps make sure First People homes are safe, solid, and treated with respect.

As our Maintenance Manager, he looks after the day-to-day running of our properties, from the small fixes that quietly matter to the bigger jobs that really test patience and problem-solving. He approaches everything with care, pride, and an eye for doing things properly, not quickly.

Billy understands something fundamental: a well-maintained home isn’t a luxury. It’s the foundation people need when they’re rebuilding their lives. This work supports stability, confidence, and the reassurance that someone cares enough to get the details right.

Reliable, practical, and refreshingly unflappable, he’s a key part of what keeps First People running smoothly.

We’re very glad to have him on the team.

07/01/2026

Housing is the start. Not the end.

At First People Housing, our focus is on stability first — safe homes, consistent support, and the space for people to rebuild at their own pace.

For some men, that next step includes opportunities to build routine, confidence, and skills through practical projects, such as work with The Hideout Collective.

One example is Jonge Jan, where a restoration project led by James Berry, Operational Lead at The Hideout Collective, provides hands-on experience, with others helping out at different stages as and when it’s right for them.

This is what progression can look like when housing comes first.

📸 Pictured: Tommy (in both photos), working on the project, and James Berry alongside him.

This is what progression can look like when housing comes first.

You can follow the wider Hideout Collective journey on YouTube.

🌐 thehideoutcollective.org.uk
▶️ Hideout Collective on YouTube

📸 Pictured: Tommy in both photos working on the project, and James who is heading up the project alongside him.

06/01/2026

Supported housing for men rebuilding their lives.

At First People Housing, we provide safe accommodation alongside practical support and structure, helping men move forward with stability and dignity.

Our work supports men who have experienced homelessness, recovery from substance misuse, or involvement with the criminal justice system — with a clear focus on long-term independence.

📍 Hatfield and North London
🔗 firstpeople.org.uk

05/01/2026

Behind every door is a fresh start.

At First People Housing, we provide more than accommodation.

We offer stability, structure, and ongoing support for men who have experienced homelessness, recovery from substance misuse, or involvement with the criminal justice system.

Safe housing is the foundation, but lasting change happens through consistent support, accountability, and the opportunity to rebuild with dignity.

Our focus remains on creating environments where people can stabilise, regain independence, and move forward positively.

📍 Hatfield and North London
🔗 firstpeople.org.uk

02/01/2026

Meet the Team | Maxine Knudson
Support and Development Team Leader.

Maxine joined First People Housing at the tail end of last year, bringing exactly what you want when situations are complex: calm, clarity, and purpose.

As our Support and Development Team Leader, Maxine works across housing, safeguarding, substance misuse and criminal justice, helping ensure support is not just in place, but genuinely effective.

With over 20 years’ experience, Maxine leads with compassion and structure in equal measure. She’s steady under pressure, thoughtful in her approach, and committed to doing things properly, not just quickly.

Whether supporting staff, managing complex cases, or working alongside partners across Hertfordshire and beyond, her focus is always the same:
safe housing, strong support, and people feeling heard.

We’re very glad she’s part of the First People team.

01/01/2026

As we step into 2026, we’re continuing to strengthen the team behind the work.

Pictured here is Mark, our Area Director of Support and Development for Hertfordshire, outside one of First People Housing’s homes.
Swipe to meet Mark and find out more about his role.

With extensive frontline experience from NHS and local authority services, Mark brings a strong focus on person-centred, practical support, helping strengthen services and support more people into stable, long-term housing.

A new year.
Experienced leadership in place.
And the same commitment to doing the work that matters.

#2026

30/12/2025

Housing is the starting point.

What follows is structure, routine, accountability, and support — the things that help people rebuild stability and move forward.

At First People Housing, we work with men who need more than a room.

We provide supported accommodation alongside practical, ongoing support, because lasting change doesn’t happen in isolation.

Housing is the start.
The work continues.

firstpeople.org.uk

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32 Dellsome Lane
North Mimms
AL97NF

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+441707712009

Website

http://www.firstpeople.org.uk/

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