Dedicated to
transforming lives.
About Betel
We are a Christian charity dedicated to helping men, women and families facing social exclusion, including homelessness, drug and alcohol abuse, and long-term unemployment.
Our Mission
At Betel UK, we're on a mission to transform lives through faith, community and hard work. We provide a safe and structured family-like environment, offering peer support to help individuals overcome the challenges they face.
Our Impact
Today, Betel residences across the globe host more than 2,400 individuals seeking recovery, offering them a path to healing and independence.
Our Approach
Our unique approach doesn't rely on clinical programs or on-site doctors. Instead, we offer a supportive environment where residents are paired with brother- or sister-like mentors. For those in need, we work with medical specialists to provide medically assisted detox, followed by peer-led support. We provide a stable, consistent environment that promotes making daily choices towards freedom.
Our Locations
We have several centers throughout England and Scotland, including Birmingham, Nottingham, Derby, Manchester, Hexham and Motherwell. Our residences are drug- and alcohol-free, providing training in life and employment skills, all at no cost. Contact our centers here.
Our History
Betel UK is part of the larger work of Betel International begun in 1985 and based in Madrid, Spain. The Betel recovery model harmonises residential living and charitable businesses to help desperate people heal and rebuild their lives based on Christian values and a strong work ethic. Early in 1985, Betel (Spanish for Bethel) received its first destitute men and women off the streets of Madrid through the pioneering work of a team of WEC International missionaries. Since our inception, we've assisted some 200,000 homeless, addicted and socially disadvantaged individuals across 23 countries.
Our Partners
Betel is a proud member of various Christian alliances and organizations in the UK and beyond. We also collaborate closely with secular, governmental and private charities and institutions. See below for our partners.
