What is Supporting People ?

Supporting People is a national programme funded by central government which was introduced in April 2003.
It's aim is to provide support to vulnerable people with their housing support needs in order to help maintain their independence.

Supporting People in Suffolk is a working partnership of local government, probation, health, voluntary sector organisations, housing associations, support agencies and service users. Suffolk County Council manages the Supporting People grant on behalf of all the partners.  

Who is it for?

Supporting People in Suffolk support over 9,000 people including:

• Homeless people

• Older people with support needs

• People escaping domestic violence.

• People who have recently come out of prison or are at risk of offending

• People with drug or alcohol problems

• People with learning disabilities, mental health problems, physical or sensory disabilities

• Travellers and gypsies

• Young vulnerable people and teenage parents

Follow this link to the Suffolk Supporting People website.