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The Supporting People programme was
introduced by the Government at 1st April 2003 to change the way
housing related support is funded, commissioned and monitored
across England and Wales. It has replaced the cost of those parts
of supported housing not related to housing management/repairs or
to personal care that used to be paid though Housing
Benefit.
The Supporting People Programme is
committed to ensuring that vulnerable people have the opportunity
to live more independently. It promotes housing related services
which are cost effective, reliable and which compliment existing
services and support independent living. In the next 3 years all
services will be reviewed to ensure that people are given the
correct service and support.
Essex County Council website Supporting People
programme
Floating Support Worker Service
Our Floating Support Worker Service can give
you the help you need to live independently, it does not matter
what type of accommodation you live in. Use the self referral form
link below to the Swan Housing Group who run the contract for this
service. We can help you:
set up and run your home well: turning on gas;
electricity and water; finding furniture; sorting out rent and
bills; managing money and claiming benefits; insurance and
security; being a good tenant;
make the most of your neighbourhood: finding shops
and services; looking for jobs, training or courses; making use of
leisure time;
get in touch with extra help: talking about
problems; getting expert advice on things like debt, mental health,
drugs or alcohol; contacting social services or other
organisations
What do you get?
Provided you meet the
criteria and there is space for you to come onto the scheme, you'll
get your own support worker who'll talk through any problems with
you. They'll agree a 'support plan' that tells you what to expect
and how often they'll visit.
Our aim is to help you get on your feet and live independently -
so, after a time, you won't need us any more! But you can always
come back if you need help in the future.
Swan Housing Group website Floating Support
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