On the 22nd of February I will be taking part in The Cold Truth Sleepout and spending one night sleeping outside at an organised event to raise money and awareness of the issue of homelessness. The event is not a comparison to the life of a homeless person, but will highlight some of the challenges faced.

The event happens to be taking place on my birthday so instead of cards or gifts, please sponsor me.  I'm raising money for Zac's place.

Over the years Zac’s Place has earned a reputation for providing a safe haven and an environment of pro-active care and concern for some of Swansea’s most alienated people.

For those sleeping rough on the streets, they are first of all sign posted to Zac’s Place in the morning, where volunteers are supported by local housing charity staff providing food, housing advice, medical support and importantly an opportunity to assess a person’s needs for housing. Many guests are fragile, chaotic and frightened. Many have slipped through the nets of major support networks, but Zac’s Place’s ability to open the door to all comers and befriend people has proven effective in making sincere connections.