Blog by Andrew Redfern, Chief Executive of Framework. Right now, with supported housing in a state of financial crisis and with spiralling levels of homelessness, we find ourselves without a homelessness minister. Over my 30-year career in supported housing, I’ve seen many ups and downs, but the challenges and uncertainties we face now are some …
Chris Hampson is Chief Executive at Look Ahead, a registered social landlord and specialist supported housing provider. As we mark this year’s Starts at Home Day on Friday 29 August, we continue to reflect on the significant impact supported housing has on the lives of so many people nationwide. As a provider of over 120 …
Blog by Bruce Moore, Chief Executive, Housing 21. Housing is a fundamental right and necessity, but regrettably, good housing solutions are still not sufficiently available and accessible for everyone. There is an urgent need for us to do more to campaign and make the case for what may seem self-evident. Isn’t it obvious that if …
Blog by Amy Laurie, Co-Director of Care and Supported Housing, Hightown Housing Association. A stable, suitable home is not a luxury – it is the foundation for independence, wellbeing, and opportunity. For people with complex needs, specialist supported housing is the key to living safely and with dignity. As providers, we are committed to delivering high-quality support …
Blog by Charlotte Deshmukh, Campaigns Manager at the NHF. Starts at Home Day is the National Housing Federation’s annual spotlight on supported housing. In this blog, find out why this year we’re calling on the government to save our supported housing and why we urgently need MPs to visit schemes. Supported housing helps thousands …
Blog by Ade Bakare, Public Affairs Officer at the National Housing Federation. Starts at Home Day is back this year on Friday 29 August 2025. This year supported housing services are facing an urgent financial crisis, with many on the brink of closure. Without enough supported housing, thousands of people could go without the support …
Chris Hampson is Chief Executive at Look Ahead Care, Support and Housing, a regulated social landlord and social care provider. This year, the Starts at Home campaign is recognising and celebrating the winning combination of care, support, and housing, and the value they bring to people’s lives. Here at Look Ahead, we deliver over 110 …
Dave Shaw is Director for Sanctuary Supported Living, a national, not-for-profit organisation, delivering a range of supported housing, retirement communities, and care and support services to over 10,000 people each year. We believe everyone should have equal opportunity and access to affordable, high-quality housing and support. But we recognise that the most vulnerable people in …
Blog by Holly Dagnall, Director of Homes and Wellbeing at NCHA. Every year, through the Starts at Home campaign, we shine a spotlight on what is often a forgotten part of the social care and social housing offer. Supported housing provides a lifeline for our most vulnerable communities. It serves those with learning disabilities or …
Blog by Molly Boydon, Programme Lead (Campaigns and Influencing) at the National Housing Federation This year, Starts at Home is back for its eighth year on 30 August. Starts at Home is our chance to celebrate the amazing work supported housing providers do to help more than half a million people to live independently …
