NCC1019 Supported Accommodation for Care Leavers and Young Homeless

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Northumberland County Council would like to create a Dynamic Purchasing Solution to develop housing and support services for vulnerable young people aged 16 – 25. Whilst the overall aim is to prevent youth homelessness and a planned pathway to independent living, there is a specific focus on 16-21 year old care leavers and those who meet Local Authority housing thresholds. Two provider information and engagement events are scheduled to be held as follows: Monday 3rd October 2022 10.00 - 11.00, via Teams Call Monday 10th October 2022 9.30 - 10.30, Old Committee Room 1, County Hall, Morpeth, NE61 2EF Please register your place at this event by contacting Karen Davison on telephone number 01670 623960 or email: Karen.Davison01@northumberland.gov.uk. who will forward a link to the Teams meeting. Please note that the content of these events will be identical and are being held in person and via Teams call to promote accessibility to providers. Lot 1: Lot 1 - Single Occupancy Accommodation for Young People at Risk Single occupancy accommodation is required for eligible young people at risk, often with complex needs, in all areas of Northumberland. There will be different levels of support offered depending upon the needs of the individual young person and whether this is categorised as not applicable, low, medium or high. Lot 2: Lot 2 - Group Accommodation This will provide accommodation and support for eligible young people who are at significant risk or who are homeless. The service will provide intensive support to prepare the young person for independent living and to access education and training. The level of support would be based on assessed need but the expected minimum would be 5 Hours per day with overnight support available across the group setting. Lot 3: Lot 3 - Floating Support The ability to purchase additional floating support on an hourly basis to meet the needs of young people in single occupancy accommodation is required. This support may be offered to supplement lot 3 or it may be purchased on a stand alone basis to support young people residing in properties owned or rented by NCC or by a third party. Lot 4: Lot 4 - Supported Lodgings This will provide eligible young people with a room in a home environment and the support and guidance of an appropriately assessed adult or adults living there.