Supporting People is a working partnership of local government, health, probation, support providers and customers that use support services. It aims to deliver high quality and planned housing-related services which are cost effective, reliable and complement existing care services. We provide support in:
- paying housing-related bills [including rent]
- making sure that homes are secure and personal safety is upheld
- helping with benefit claims and filling in forms
- helping people to look after their own money
- helping people take control of their own home [shopping and cleaning]
Who is eligible for help from Supporting People?
- older people
- people with disabilities
- homeless people or those at risk of homelessness
- young people leaving care
- women fleeing domestic violence
- people with mental health problems
- people with drug and alcohol problems
How does Supporting People affect local people?
Any changes to the service will take place at a manageable pace. However, we are keen to know your views on the service that you use, so that you can influence the changes that will happen. This may be:
- as part of the review process
- as part of an organised forum
- through consultation with the organisation who provides your service
- through contact with the Supporting People team