Accommodation
Hopkinson House
Who is the project for?
Who do we help?
CHAIN verified rough sleepers aged over 25 with histories of rough sleeping and complex support needs who have a City of Westminster connection. Takes couples. Dogs permitted in female clusters
Who we cannot help
Any outside target group. Those currently using class A or B drugs.
Gender
Mixed
Minimum age accepted
25
Maximum age accepted
99
How to get a referral
Referral agencies
Accept referrals from agencies that are part of Westminster Building Based Services.
Referral procedure
All referrals must be through the Westminster Assessment and Referral Form.
Length of stay
Minimum stay
1-3 Months
Maximum stay
2 Years
Support and accommodation
Support offered
14 staff, 24 hour cover. Keywork and support system (5 residents per key worker). Support plans with agreed outcomes, reviewed at least every three months. Physical health support, access to detox via treatment services and support around harm reduction. Advice and support around independent living skills. More intense support in flats to prepare residents for living independently. Turning Point - weekly visits from drug and alcohol worker to offer support around addiction and access to detox/rehab.
Total spaces
63
Further information
Public transport
Pimlico tube - 5 minutes walk, Victoria tube - 10 minutes walk. Buses 2, 36, 185, 436.