EAST Thurrock’s MP has welcomed a new initiative offering opportunity to young people and says he is looking forward to the launch of a pilot scheme in the region.
‘Changing Futures’ is a government led project that aims to change systems and improve services for people who experience multiple disadvantage including homelessness, substance misuse, poor mental health, domestic abuse, or contact with the criminal justice system.
Essex is one of 15 chosen areas in England who will be funded to take part in the £64m programme and has been allocated £2,846,500 to pilot new ways of working and delivering innovative services.
More vulnerable adults supported through ‘Changing Futures’ programme
Essential support and treatment for vulnerable adults facing a combination of homelessness, substance misuse, poor mental health, domestic abuse, or contact with the criminal justice system.
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People facing multiple disadvantage to receive joined-up, tailored support through £64 million government programme
Co-ordinated support for people experiencing issues such as homelessness, substance misuse, domestic abuse, contact with the criminal justice system, and mental health issues
‘Changing Futures’ programme is joint-funded by The National Lottery Community Fund and government
Vulnerable people in communities across England will be given extra support to rebuild their lives, Housing and Rough Sleeping Minister Eddie Hughes MP announced today (17 July 2021).
Launch of £46 million Changing Futures scheme to support vulnerable people
New scheme to help adults across England facing multiple disadvantages like homelessness and mental health issues.
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10 December 2020
Local partnerships will provide joined-up support for better outcomes
Lessons learned from ‘Changing Futures’ scheme will inform national policy
A £46 million scheme to provide more effective and coordinated support for some of the most vulnerable people in our communities was launched today (10 December 2020) by Minister for Rough Sleeping and Housing Kelly Tolhurst.
The government is inviting local organisations to form partnerships and bid for a share of the funding to better support those who experience multiple disadvantages including homelessness, substance misuse, mental health issues, domestic abuse, and contact with the criminal justice system.