New Partnership Set To Support Rough Sleepers Five new properties, which will offer dedicated support to rough sleepers, are to be built thanks to a new partnership between Breckland Council and Broadland Housing. The new homes, which will be opened later this year in Thetford, will see former rough sleepers from across the district provided with support to help transition into longer-term accommodation, as well as offering help to access education, employment opportunities and healthcare. Four of the two-storey, one-bedroom terrace homes, will be developed alongside an adjoining bungalow, with a shared garden space. The homes are being developed in the grounds of Elm House, formerly the social services base and pre-school on Elm Road, which itself is in the process of being converted into emergency accommodation units. Car parking spaces will be part of the new development, ensuring easy access for residents and support staff. The £926,000 project, being funded by Broadland Housing and Breckland Council, also received a successful grant for £245,000 from Homes England to help fund and deliver this project.
An artists impression of the new homes to be built in the grounds of Elm House on Elm Road
Breckland Council's Deputy Leader, Cllr Paul Claussen, and Cllr Alison Webb, Executive Member for Housing, Health & Communities, said: "Breckland Council is committed to tackling the causes of homelessness and supporting rough sleepers. These new units will assist some of the most vulnerable members of our community, enabling them to stay safe, access support and develop the skills needed to live independently." Andrew Savage, Executive Development Director for Broadland Housing, said: "We are once again delighted to be working with Breckland Council on this important project. More homes are needed for rough sleepers and Broadland welcomes the opportunity to contribute towards providing much needed homes for homeless people”.
Burrell Ward Councillor Chris Harvey (pictured) said; “We know that we have a shortage of affordable homes in the District and the cost of living WE SUPPLY A QUALITY crisis is only increasing the RANGE OF demand. I am very pleased WINDOWS • DOORS that we’re able to get these CONSERVATORIES • PORCHES CAR PORTS • FASCIA projects underway to help tackle SOFFIT • GUTTERING that demand. The old building and land at Elm REPAIR SERVICE Road has been unused and unloved for a number • Misted glass sealed units of years and I welcome it being put towards a Made touse Measure 1/8th Advert 2020.qxp_Layout 1 11/0replaced with full guarantee positive that supports residents in need”. • Hinges, handles and faulty mechanisms replaced
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