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Rough sleeping resources

We have a range of resources designed to equip staff working in rough sleeping outreach services, including guiding principles with accompanying guidance, a brochure for volunteers, free bitesize E-Learning, and guidance on Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP) and cold weather provision.

Principles for Rough Sleeping Outreach

Updated: 18/10/24

This document details the core principles required for designing and delivering rough sleeping outreach services in England.
Guidance for rough sleeping outreach services and volunteers

Updated: 27/9/24

Guidance for frontline staff and managers working in rough sleeping outreach services and a printable information leaflet for new or existing volunteers for outreach services.
Bitesize learning: Outreach Essentials

Updated: 07/8/24

A series of four bitesize e-learning session in which we look at what effective outreach is and the essential elements of supporting people away from sleeping rough. We will look at what is needed to ensure the well-being of outreach workers. Each video has an accompanying transcript containing links to all the resources and additional e-learning available from Homeless Link and other sector partners.
SWEP and winter provision toolkit

Updated: 17/10/24

A toolkit to help local authorities and homelessness service providers develop suitable responses during the winter and periods of severe weather.

Forthcoming events

Here are some forthcoming events relevant to rough sleeping:

Team Training Course

Outreach contact and support

This training aims to help outreach teams deliver effective support interventions and achieve positive outcomes for people sleeping rough.

See all events