Accommodation Related Support Services

We aim to improve the quality of people’s lives, by promoting independent living and encouraging people to build on their existing skills and capabilities. The services offer short term accommodation related support to enable people to move forward positively, gain or maintain a tenancy and live independently in the community.

We have a single point of access for young people and adults where people can get the right service at the right time to help prevent homelessness and support independence.

There are two services:

• Warwickshire Youth Pathway for young people aged 16-25, run by St Basils. 
• P3 Living for adults aged 25+, run by People, Potential, Possibilities (P3).

The services include:

• Information and advice
• Community-based support for those at risk of losing their accommodation. 
• Accommodation-based support, combining temporary housing and support.

These services are inclusive of people with disabilities, with dedicated support workers helping individuals develop personalised plans to maintain their housing and encourage independence.

Do you need accommodation related support?

Accomodation related support is available if either or both of these statements apply:

• I am at risk of homelessness or I need somewhere to live with accommodation related support, to help me find my own home in the future
• I need support to help me remain independent, resolve a housing crisis and improve my skills and confidence to take control of your life and make my own decisions. 

What is accommodation related support?

We help people aged 16 or over, examples of the advice and information and support, provided may include, but is not limited to: 

• Understanding housing options and tenancies. 
• Avoiding eviction or loss of accommodation. 
• Preparing for and maintaining independent living. 
• Finding and maintaining appropriate accommodation. 
• Maximising income, improving budgeting skills, and reducing debt. 
• Enhancing life chances through education, training, volunteering, and work.
• Increasing confidence, self-esteem, and coping strategies. 
• Maintaining independence, health, and wellbeing. 
• Staying safe at home and in the community. 
• Connecting with support services and community activities to support you, such as substance misuse or mental health services

Who can get support?

The service will be available to people:

• Aged over 16 years old
• Single people; couples and/or families
• Who are homeless or at risk of homelessness
• Who have accommodation related support needs and would benefit from advice and information and/or short-term support
• Living in Warwickshire and/or have a local connection to North Warwickshire, Nuneaton and Bedworth, Rugby Borough councils areas, Stratford District Council or Warwick District Council

In addition, for accommodation-based support people must have an assessed need for support, and not just a requirement for accommodation. 

For crash beds in young people’s accommodation-based support a young person must have no immediate access to settled accommodation, are homeless and/or at risk of family breakdown.

How to access accommodation related support

You can connect with the service directly yourself or ask an agency you are working with to refer you.