We’re still finding our feet, but are doing far better than just a few years ago

Supported housing held Michael move from homelessness to living independently

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I would not have been able to get where I am without the help they offered me.

Cezar gained independence through supported housing and now looks forward to attending university.

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Paul started drinking when he was nine. By the time he was 20 he was addicted to both heroin and alcohol.

Supported housing helped Paul to transform his life.

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I love my new flat. It’s so quiet here.

Douglas lives independently because of supported housing.

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Starts at Home

The Starts at Home campaign launched last year with an aim to ensure that people who need extra support will always have a safe home that meets their needs. This is achieved through supported housing which provides secure homes and vital services to a range of people in communities across the country.

In the lead up to 1 September we are asking for housing associations, campaign supporters and local politicians to get involved and show your support for the Starts at Home campaign.

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Starts at Home day

Join us on 1 September to celebrate our second Starts at Home day. By sharing your support on social media, together we can show the positive impact that supported housing has on people’s lives.

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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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