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Manchester Evening News
Manchester Evening News
National
Sophie Halle-Richards

The south Manchester sanctuary that's keeping homeless young women safe this Christmas

Nestled away in the leafy streets of Whalley Range is a peaceful oasis. A burst of warmth hits you as you walk in, and the house twinkles with festive decorations.

Many of the young women who live here have never experienced a happy Christmas before. Some come from a background of abuse or oppression - others may have had loving parents who just fell on tough times.

Launched in 1970 by a former nun, Contact was created with the vision to provide vulnerable young women at risk of grooming or exploitation a safe place to call home.

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