Knowledge Hub

In April 2021, Homeless Link commissioned Imogen Blood & Associates, in partnership with the University of York, to carry out research on the point in people’s journeys through Housing First services where intensive support is reduced, ended or changed into a different offer. This webinar covers the key findings of the research, including case studies from around England and recommendations for future practice.

Guidance on the health impacts of severe weather for people experiencing homelessness, alongside practice recommendations for responding to increasingly frequent severe weather.

Information and links to useful resources on approach and ethos, trauma-informed working, managing staff, funding and fundraising, data management and working in partnership.

A Skills Framework for frontline roles in the homelessness sector which includes types of roles, services, and the knowledge, skills and behaviours required for each role.

This page contains information and links on applying trauma-informed care to Day Service buildings and physical spaces.

Guidance on palliative care including why it is relevant to the homelessness sector, and how services can identify and support those who may need palliative services.

An animation and scenario examples showing the difference trauma-informed care can make in supported housing services.

Our podcast focusing on practice in the homelessness sector.

Guidance on the importance of being a pet-inclusive service, including a video discussing common misconceptions of pet-ownership and homelessness, with practical solutions to pet-inclusivity.

Guidance on the stages of applying to be a Registered Provider of Social Housing, including details of what documentation is required at each stage.

Guidance on understanding gambling addiction, including the relationship between gambling and homelessness, signs to look out for, and ways frontline workers can support.

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