The Supporting People programme aims to help vulnerable people live independently in their own home in the community. Supporting People funds housing-related support services which have helped many people to avoid losing their home, needing to go to hospital or other care services. Supporting People can also help young adults or older people leaving care, hospital or prison to make the successful move to independent living.
How can Supporting People help?
People who use Supporting People have been helped to:
- gain and keep their independence
- stay out of hospital or come home earlier
- maximise their income
- take part in social activities and be part of their community (such as education, work, training)
- reduce or stop alcohol or drug use
- stop committing crime
Who is entitled to services funded by Supporting People?
Anyone over the age of 16 who is:
- Assessed as being in need of housing-related support
- Entitled to a means-tested benefit such as Housing Benefit or Council Tax Benefit (for services over 2 years)
- Belonging to a vulnerable group
To find out what support might be available to you or someone you know, or to make a referral, follow the How to get Support or Who provides support? links on this page.
For more information about the national programme visit the Communities and Local Government housing website via the link on this page.
If you have any questions about the Supporting People Programme, please contact us via the details on this page.