New supported housing schemes

A new simple, phased step by step process has been devised which providers of new schemes should follow, which includes a set of enquiry and information documents which accommodation providers are required to complete prior to new schemes becoming operational and occupied.

• Step one - complete the initial enquiry form
• Step two - evidence of local need will be sought by the Supported Housing Review Team to ensure that there is a requirement for accommodation for this specific client group
• Step three - Any further information will be requested by email along with any supporting documentation required.
• Step four - property visits will take place to check the accommodation meets required safety standards before occupation
• Step 5 - due diligence checks will take place on the return of form in relation to the organisation, and at this point rent breakdowns/voids information will be requested
• Step 6 - following successful completion of the above steps, occupancy can take place and Housing Benefit claims can be submitted.

Following this, a site visit will take place within the first 3 months of operation to check that the support offered is being provided, and support reviews with residents will be scheduled.

Enquiries

• Any organisation/landlord who would like to enquire about opening a supported housing scheme, should, in the first instance complete the supported housing initial enquiry form

New providers and schemes

If you are a new or existing provider that operates within the Staffordshire Moorlands and would like some extra information or advice, please email SHIP@highpeak.gov.uk

All enquiries will receive an automated acknowledgement and be looked at in 10 working days.

Any enquiries should be emailed to Supported Housing Improvement Programme (SHIP) SHIP@highpeak.gov.uk