Chris takes a real sense of pride in his flat, with freshly decorated walls and the dozens of little details he chose to make this his perfect home.

Chris has new friends, a sense of security and a positive outlook for the future.

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"With the care and support around me to keep my independence there will be no stopping me!"

"It’s great knowing staff are on hand if I need it.”

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Having an apartment suited to Bobby's needs means him and Rosemary are free to do their own thing.

Supported housing has helped Bobby adjust to being disabled.

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I’m settled now. I hope to see more places like this built for lots of people like me.

Supported housing helped Anne-Marie to regain her independence after leaving hospital.

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Starts at Home Day 2019

Starts at Home Day 2019 will be on Friday 30 August – a day when housing associations up and down the country celebrate supported housing and the positive impact it makes on thousands of lives.

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Funding model for supported housing confirmed

The Government has published its response to the consultation on the funding model for supported housing, confirming that housing costs will continue to be paid through Housing Benefit.

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Starts at Home is an important initiative: it reminds us all that a decent home is the first essential for people who need society’s support to live independent and fulfilling lives. And to make this a reality, Government now has the opportunity to place the funding of supported housing on a sound and stable footing.

Lord Best OBE DL Crossbench Peer
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