Supported Housing Offer

Transitional housing is designed for individuals who are actively working toward stability in their lives, serving as a bridge between emergency housing and long-term abstinence. These homes offer support to those moving from homelessness and addiction to a healthier, more sustainable lifestyle.

At this stage, residents will focus on rebuilding relationships with family and the community, while developing a support network through mutual-aid groups and formal resources. This transition phase encourages personal growth and self-sufficiency.

For individuals with complex needs, a supported living environment can be overwhelming, especially when coordinating with multiple agencies. To simplify this process, we use clear behavioural contracts, strength-based assessments, and individualised support plans that align with each resident's goals. Our approach emphasises collaboration and respect for the individual’s ambitions.

The accommodation is staffed by a team of professionals and supported by "Companions" – experts with lived experience. Staff help guide residents in addressing basic needs, fostering a sense of community and safety. Referrals to the program come from a range of vulnerable populations, including those facing entrenched homelessness, mental health issues, addiction, criminal justice involvement, domestic abuse, or physical health concerns.

We collaborate with local housing teams, the police, medical services, and outreach programs to create a coordinated, multi-agency approach. Intensive housing management is supplemented by a structured Behavioural Change Program, Psycho-social Interventions, and social activities, all designed to support residents in achieving long-term stability.

Our Abstinence-Based Housing focuses on providing a stable environment for individuals working toward long-term recovery and independent living. The core of this program is intensive housing management, which plays a crucial role in ensuring residents achieve their goals and maintain a drug- and alcohol-free lifestyle.

Intensive housing management includes personalisThed case management, where residents are supported by housing managers to develop and implement practical strategies for sustaining tenancy and managing daily life. Each resident works closely with their housing manager to identify goals, overcome barriers, and create a roadmap for success. Housing managers also offer support with budgeting, maintaining a stable living environment, and accessing local services like healthcare and employment support.

A key element of this management is the regular monitoring of residents' progress. This includes helping individuals navigate challenges that may arise, such as mental health issues, financial difficulties, or family matters, while ensuring they stay committed to their recovery. The housing managers also work closely with other service providers, such as addiction specialists, mental health professionals, and employment services, to ensure that residents have the resources they need for a smooth transition to independent living.

While the primary focus is on housing stability, behavioural change is an important component of this ongoing support. Through structured interventions and daily check-ins, residents develop the skills and coping mechanisms needed for sustained recovery. Random drug testing is also conducted as a part of maintaining a drug-free environment and reinforcing the importance of recovery. Ultimately, intensive housing management fosters a pathway to self-sufficiency, with behavioural change supporting long-term recovery goals.

These abstinence-based beds are designed for individuals who have successfully completed the Stage 2 Behaviour Change Program and are moving toward independent living. The goal is to support residents who have established long-term, stable recovery and help them access housing or provide accommodations as they transition into this next phase. Residents in Stage 3 are typically active members of their community, often pursuing employment or education. At this stage, we envision these individuals as not only continuing their own personal development but also helping others, enriching their lives through volunteering, employment, or further education.

To facilitate this, we will offer opportunities for residents to formalise their volunteer work and provide access to training and professional development to help them build skills for the future.

These properties will provide residents with the time and space to continue developing essential daily living skills, strengthen their insight into their recovery journey, and build external support networks to help sustain long-term abstinence. The focus will also be on fostering self-awareness and self-acceptance, while introducing mindfulness and cognitive techniques as tools to enhance resilience and coping mechanisms. The overarching goal is to empower tenants to live independently and successfully maintain their own tenancy, ensuring they are equipped with the tools needed for a lasting, drug-free life.