Lizzi Hearn is Public Affairs Officer at the National Housing Federation It’s that time of year again – Starts at Home Day is back on Friday 1 September 2023. And with a general election next year, there is no better time to invite your MP to visit to showcase the value of the care and …
To mark their 50th anniversary, Look Ahead is publishing 50 inspiring stories – one a week – from people whose lives have been improved by their services. This is a wonderful example of the power of storytelling to illustrate the vital importance of supported housing. Kate Bawden is Strategy and Culture Lead at Look Ahead …
Blog by Rebecca Slack, External Affairs Manager at the National Housing Federation For me, the opportunity to visit our supported housing members is always a highlight of Starts at Home Day. Launched in 2015 when vital funding for supported housing came under threat, Starts at Home Day is an opportunity to talk about the unique, …
Blog by Ian Gilders, Executive Director of Housing at Advance Housing & Support Supported housing changes lives and has been a lifeline for many, particularly during the pandemic. But we need more homes. Homes for people with a learning disability and other long-term disabilities – homes offering independence, and support. Good quality homes to meet …
Ally Routledge, Public Affairs Officer at the National Housing Federation explains why you should invite your local MP to visit your scheme – and how. This year, Starts at Home Day will be on 3 September 2021 and presents a great opportunity to reach out to your local MP. After a year where supported housing …
Lucy Grove, Director of Strategic Communications and Campaigns at the National Housing Federation explains why we’ll be doing things a little differently this year. Supported housing is one of the five key priorities in our plan for economic and social recovery, and through this work we’re calling for the long-term funding and stability supported housing …
