July is Care and Support Awareness Month

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Places for People is taking part in the National Housing Federation’s Care and Support Awareness Month in the North of England, to raise awareness of the services that are provided in the region. 47 events are taking place at Places for People schemes, ranging from coffee mornings and ‘knit and natter’ sessions to fashion shows and bingo nights.

Many of the schemes taking part provide sheltered housing for older people, but the Group’s refuges for victims of domestic abuse are also getting involved, organising a night of entertainment.

Care and Support Awareness Month has been organised to celebrate the excellent personalised support services that are provided by housing groups and their partners around the North of England. It is well recognised that high quality support services can tackle social exclusion, enabling people to achieve their potential and enjoy independent and fulfilled lives.

Places for People provides Care and Support services to 7000 people around the country, working with older people, teenage parents, people with mental health problems, women escaping domestic violence, people with disabilities, refugees and homeless people. Our philosophy is all about supporting independence, increasing opportunities and looking at what makes a difference for each person.

For more information on Care and Support Awareness month, please click here.