After a traumatic childhood and difficult teenage years, Hamish joined the British Army after a period of homelessness in 1989. Hamish served with the infantry from 1989-1991 before joining the Royal Medical Corps for a further nine years.

He really enjoyed his time in the forces but in 2009 Hamish became homeless.

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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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"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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I feel safe here and I’m living in a home that I can manage

Supported housing helped Susan to feel safe, secure and free of financial worries.

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Thank you for supporting Starts at Home Day 2019

On Friday 30 August, we celebrated our fourth Starts at Home Day. Hundreds of housing associations staff and tenants joined the campaign to showcase the value of supported housing.

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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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