Stories

Supported housing helps people keep their independence, regain their self-confidence and feel secure. It can transform lives. Meet some of the people that have been helped by housing associations across the country.

Mo’s story Mo’s story
Mo In 1993, Mo escaped war in Africa and came to the UK with his family at the age of 5. Read story »
Mo In 1993, Mo escaped war in Africa and came to the UK with his family at the age of 5.

"You’ve given me a roof, security, safety... you’ve given me everything"

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Maureen and David’s story Maureen and David’s story
Maureen and David Maureen is parent to an autistic adult, David, a tenant of Golden Lane Housing. Read story »
Maureen and David Maureen is parent to an autistic adult, David, a tenant of Golden Lane Housing.

The search for a suitable home for David was extremely difficult.

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Sash’s story Sash’s story
Sash Sash wants to share his story for other people who may be struggling and to know that there is support available. Read story »
Sash Sash wants to share his story for other people who may be struggling and to know that there is support available.

With the support from Housing 21, Sash has been sober for three years.

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Sam’s story Sam’s story
Sam Sam is really proud of how far he has come, of being in work and off drugs. Read story »
Sam Sam is really proud of how far he has come, of being in work and off drugs.

After leaving prison, Sam wanted to create a better life for himself but faced homelessness…

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Former Hestia resident Former Hestia resident
Anonymous I fled for my life and safety – I needed a place where my children felt safe. Read story »
Anonymous I fled for my life and safety – I needed a place where my children felt safe.

Now two years on, my life has changed massively

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