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Supporting families across Dumfries and Galloway
Our Programs

Our Programs

SHAX does more than provide home starter packs, we offer a wide range of services designed to help people rebuild their lives and regain independence.

Emergency Home Starter Packs

Thoughtfully Assembled Packs for a New Start

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Essential Support

We provide essential kitchenware, bedding, personal hygiene products and so much more to help individuals move into new tenancies with dignity and independence.

Through our Home Emergency Starter Packs, we supply these essential household items to those moving into permanent accommodation, ensuring they have the basics to rebuild their lives.

Everyone should have the opportunity to live in a safe, comfortable and dignified home. SHAX provides this vital service to those who need it most.

Home Comfort Vouchers

SHAX works with a local housing agency to provide furniture through the Home Comforts Scheme

Making Homes Liveable

SHAX works with a local housing agencie to provide furniture through Home Comforts Scheme, making homes truly liveable

This scheme is in partnership with Wheatley Homes South Scotland, enabling individuals to move into permanent accommodation with dignity and independence.

This scheme has helped countless individuals to move into permanent accommodation, enabling them to rebuild their lives.

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Impact in Action

See how our programs make a difference

Furniture & Household Goods

Quality second-hand furniture and household goods at affordable prices

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Affordable Quality

SHAX provides a range of quality second-hand furniture and household goods at affordable prices, helping those in need furnish their homes

Not everyone can afford to buy new furniture or household goods, leaving them in need of repairs or replacement. SHAX offers a solution by providing these items at a fraction of their original cost.

SHAX selection of stock changes daily so theres always new items to choose from. We offer a wide range of furniture and household goods, including sofas, chairs, tables, and more. We also sell quality used clothing and accessories helping those in need to look their best and feel confident in their appearance.

Volunteering & Work Placements

Opportunities for local people to volunteer and gain work experience

Community Development

Volunteers form the backbone of our mission. SHAX Volunteers play a crucial role in our work, contributing their time, skills, and resources to support the transition of individuals into new tenancies and communities.

Shax is part of the Investing In Volunteers program, which aims to provide opportunities for local people to volunteer and gain work experience fostering community and purpose in the community.

We also provide training and development of our volunteers so they can develop their skills and knowledge in a range of areas. Allowing them to move onto further employment or education.

Volunteers organizing donations at SHAX

Our Additional Programs

Discover all the ways we support our community

Emergency Home Starter Packs

Essential household items for those moving into permanent accommodation.

Furniture & Household Items

Quality furniture and household items at affordable prices.

Home Comfort Vouchers

SHAX works with local agencies to provide furniture through the Home Comfort Scheme, making homes truly liveable.

Volunteer & Training Program

Volunteer opportunities with training and support.

Training & Development

Work skills and training programs for local people or from disadvantaged backgrounds to fulfil their potential.

Free Collection & Low-Cost Delivery Service

Free donation collections and affordable delivery services to make our support accessible to everyone

SHAX gratefully acknowledges the support of: