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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
Latest news on Rough Sleeping
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Legislation watch: What next for homelessness bills?
With the General Election being called, Sophie Boobis explains what happens next to legislation that might impact on homelessness.
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New women's rough sleeping census
The latest edition of the Women's Rough Sleeping Census has been published, Alex Smith reports from the launch event with more details.
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Putting principles into action: supporting staff in rough sleeping outreach services
Introducing free resources and E-Learning to support people working in rough sleeping outreach services.