Draft Independent Living and Specialist Accommodation Strategy
- Period: 28 February 2024 - 31 May 2024
- Status: Open
- Audiences: Everyone
- Topics: Housing
- Type: Public
Introduction
We're inviting members of the public and our stakeholders to have their say on Shropshire’s Draft Independent Living and Specialist Accommodation strategy 2023 to 2028. The draft strategy describes the critical importance of housing as more than just shelter, emphasising the importance of providing more homes that meet various housing needs, especially for older, vulnerable, and disabled individuals. This approach focuses on supporting people to live independently in accommodation suited to their needs and aligns with The Shropshire Plan 2022 to 2025 and its objective to promote healthy living.
Recognising the current challenges of housing supply and the need for accommodation for vulnerable populations, the strategy advocates for additional homes to be provided, including ‘move-on’ housing for people taking a step into independence, and supported housing schemes targeting area of highest need. There's also a strong focus on working in partnership with housing providers locally to focus on the prevention of homelessness.
The purpose of this public consultation is to gather the views of as many people in Shropshire as possible.
Partner organisations are encouraged to contribute, including housing providers, public sector organisations, voluntary and community sector service providers and many others working with people in need of housing support.
The consultation will run for eight weeks, opening on 28 February 2024 and closing on 21 April 2024. Please take time to look at the draft strategy document and complete the consultation survey, which you can access by clicking on the ‘How to get involved’ tab at the top of the page.
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Go to the survey »If you'd like the survey in an alternative format please use the email below to request a copy, or call our customer services team on 0345 678 9000 and explain any support you need to allow you to respond.
You can also respond with any comments in writing:
Email: TellUs@shropshire.gov.uk
Post: Feedback and Insight Team, Shropshire Council, Shirehall, Abbey Foregate, Shropshire SY2 6ND.