We recognise as vulnerable anyone who faces difficulties at any time and who needs support to achieve or maintain independent living and/or maintain occupancy of their home. A person may be vulnerable because of a current problem or issue and not just because they belong to a specific group, such as the elderly. This situation may not be permanent and may result from a temporary issue, such as bereavement or a bout of mental illness.
Our approach does not assume that whole groups of people are vulnerable. For example, we do not assume that all older people are vulnerable even though there may be evidence to suggest that many are. A person may be vulnerable as a result of a single problem or condition, or due to a combination of factors. It may be because they are isolated from their support network or not coping with their current circumstances. Vulnerability need not be a permanent state. People can be vulnerable at different times and for different reasons. For example, a recently bereaved person may be particularly vulnerable for a period following the death. People with recurrent mental health issues may also enjoy long periods when they feel well. Our aim is to provide or procure flexible support as and when needed, in the form of advice, sign posting or guidance, for example, money advice, welfare benefits and energy advice services which we may directly contract or provide sign posting to.
Are experiencing mental health issues.
Are suffering domestic abuse.
Are ex-offenders.
Are experiencing poor physical health.
Have learning difficulties.
Have physical or sensory disabilities.
Are elderly.
Are single parent families.
Are pregnant.
Are unemployed.
Are leaving care.
Have substance abuse problems.
Have difficulties with speaking, reading or understanding English.
Are homeless or homelessness is pending.
Have recently left hospital.
Are recently bereaved.
Are recently divorced.
Are asylum seekers awaiting immigration status.
Are experiencing harassment.
Are considered to be financially excluded. (including: those below the rent affordability test, caught by changes to welfare reform such as Universal Credit waiting periods, on minimum wage/zero hour contracts etc.) .
In the case of homeless or pending homelessness, we offer a safe, secure place to support individuals in time of need – whatever the circumstances.
We are focused on working with single people (18+) who have suffered a social disadvantage in their lives. Many have a history of substance misuse, mental health issues, are victims of domestic abuse or asylum seekers. Our task is to make a difference. We offer floating support to enable clients to learn how to manage their own specific needs. As they see the difference every day, confidence grows in their ability to find and master the tools which will build their independence.gle people (18+) who have suffered a social disadvantage in their lives. Many have a history of substance misuse, mental health issues, are victims of domestic abuse or asylum seekers. Our task is to make a difference. We offer floating support to enable clients to learn how to manage their own specific needs. As they see the difference every day, confidence grows in their ability to find and master the tools which will build their independence.