Tackling homelessness
Client centred services: reducing barriers
Rochdale's homelessness population has very diverse needs. A
successful homelessness service must demonstrate an ability to
promote good practice, recognising and respecting the needs of the
individual.
The myths, stereotypes and misunderstandings around homelessness
build barriers that cause the exclusion of people affected by
homelessness.
Prevention of homelessness
A pro-active approach to preventing homelessness. This included
advice and advocacy on housing related issues and effective sign
posting to relevant partner agencies.
Homelessness prevention officers, resettlement services are
available as well as an inclusion project managed by Shelter,
offering support to households who are homeless or who are likely
to become homeless as a result of anti-social behaviour.
Services for single homeless applicants
Rochdale has a 27 bedded Emergency Direct Access Unit providing
short stay accommodation.
The voluntary sector within the borough provides a range of
supported housing projects including a Night Stop for 16-17 year
olds and a medium stay hostel for 16-17 year olds.
Other services include support for street drinkers, medical
services from a dedicated team, joint assessment with Social Care
Services for 16-17 year olds, drug/alcohol related services.
Services for priority needs applicants
The provision of high quality temporary accommodation in
locations across the borough, together with residential support
workers, family support workers, childrens' workers, resettlement
workers and an Asian female support worker, with additional forms
of support from partner agencies, provide a holistic approach.
A women's refuge offers a place of safety and support for women
and children fleeing domestic abuse.
Resettlement services
The Refugee Resettlement initiative takes referrals and provides
support, advice and information to empower refugees. The aim of the
project is to develop long term integration into the local
community.
Single persons resettlement, family resettlement, community
link workers and an Asian female support work offer a service
to homeless service users which facilitates their move into a new
home, helping to address practical and emotional issues that can,
if not addressed, become a barriers to success.