Middlesbrough Key Project (Run by Humankind Previously called DISC)
Project summary
The Middlesbrough Key Project helps vulnerable, socially excluded adults access good quality, affordable accommodation in the private rented sector. We help develop the capacity of individuals to live independently. This project is managed by Humankind
Clients
Who is eligible?
The Middlesbrough Key Project can help if you live in Middlesbrough, are aged 18 or over and meet one or more of the following criteria:
- Homeless or at risk of homelessness and would be at risk of relapse or re-offending without settled housing
- Recovering from a drug or alcohol dependency
- Offending history
- Leaving prison or within probation services
- Engaged with a substance misuse provider
We offer floating support and a rent bond guarantee scheme to support people into accommodation.
Client services
Middlesbrough Key Project’s housing advice and support services can help you to:
- Hold on to your current tenancy
- Access appropriate housing
- Develop life skills
- Access a bond guarantee scheme and a home through private landlords
- Move In – set up utilities, budget and access furniture
- Understand your tenancy agreement
and access:- - Housing support
- Health services
- Education, training and employment
- Treatment for drug or alcohol use
A rent bond guarantee scheme includes:
- Help to pay the bond
- Guarantee for first 6 months of tenancy
- Full inventory of tenancy upon commencement and termination
- Service user being encouraged to save for their own bond
How are referrals made
To be referred to Key Project, you will need to complete A PRS Comprehensive Housing Assessment and return to The Shield Project, Vancouver House reception, Gurney Street, Middlesbrough, TS1 9FW.
Your needs will then be assessed and you will be referred to the appropriate service for support.
Landlords
Landlord services
- Bond guarantee
Other information
Type of organisation: Registered Charity
Last updated: 26/04/2023 08:13
Local Authority: Middlesbrough