Worcestershire Homeless Prevention Services (HoPES)

Project summary

The Worcestershire HoPES is a service for single people and childless couples across Worcestershire who are at risk of homelessness or rough sleeping. It provides a single point of access for advice and support covering a range of services related to prevention,  tenancy, debt, training and employment.

Clients

Who is eligible?

The service is available to:-

• Single people or childless couples over the age of 18 who are found to be homeless in Worcestershire
• Adults who are at serious risk of becoming street homeless who require support to maintain accommodation
• Those at risk of eviction
• Those newly arrived to the streets

Client services

Advice and support for

• Tenancy issues
• Housing rights
• Budgeting & Benefit take-up
• Housing related debt
• Training & employment
• Social & community inclusion

This is provided through Outreach services, Floating support, Peer to Peer Guidance and via a Single point of access with a focus on early intervention and prevention.

How are referrals made

Via the district Housing Options teams

Other information

Type of organisation: Registered Charity

Last updated: 26/04/2023 08:14

Local Authority: Worcestershire County Council, Worcester