Accommodation

Riverside - SASH Project

Who is the project for?

Who do we help?

Supported accommodation for male and female clients over 18 years of age. Referrals are received for people with complex needs, drug, alcohol, and mental health needs.

Who we cannot help

Those with offences against children or young people. Schedule 1 offenders. Arsonists. Those who may present a risk to other residents or staff.

Gender

Men only and women only

Minimum age accepted

Maximum age accepted

How to get a referral

Referral agencies

Accept referrals from any agency, including Probation Service. Will accept referrals direct from prison.

Referral procedure

Phone daily 24 hours. Referral form and interview assessments. May require some background information, eg probation reports, details of previous supported housing placements etc.

Length of stay

Minimum stay

1-3 Months

Maximum stay

2 Years

Support and accommodation

Support offered

The service offers support in areas such as addressing offending and substance misuse issue, setting up and maintaining a home, managing finances, claiming benefits and developing domestic and life skills. The service assesses those thought to be vulnerable and who may be finding it difficult to sustain a tenancy. Support levels are negotiated and planned according to the identified needs.

Total spaces

Further information

Public transport

Buses 51, 52, 137.