Supported Housing Strategy 2026 to 2031 - Short term and medium term priorities

The short term priorities for 2026 to 2028 are:

  • agree plan to increase Shared Lives placements
  • increase the supply of supported housing by 45 units in partnership with RHP, private developers and third sector
  • promote use of choice based lettings
  • develop a dynamic demand forecasting model that captures the pipeline of young people transitioning from children's to adult services, people living with carers who may require future supported housing
  • review the appropriateness of current accommodation for either reconfiguration or re-development where required

The medium term priorities for 2028 to 2031 are:

  • increase the supply of supported housing by 47 units
  • plan for return of individuals from out of area placements where needs can be safely met and local provision is appropriate