New initiative launched across Sefton to tackle rough sleeping

One Vision Housing has partnered with Sefton Council to launch “My Place”, a project designed to tackle the rise in rough sleeping across the borough.

Funded by the Government’s Rough Sleepers Initiative, the project will provide eight properties for rough sleepers in the borough to support them to independent living as part of a wider Homeless and Rough Sleeper Strategy aimed to reduce and eventually end rough sleeping in Sefton. Working in close collaboration with the Sefton Supported Housing Group, this initiative identifies, supports and houses individuals experiencing homelessness.

Recognising that homelessness is often linked to complex challenges including mental health, physical wellbeing and substance misuse, “My Place” offers bespoke person-centred support. This holistic approach ensures that residents have everything they need to rebuild their lives.

By offering a viable, long-term alternative to rough sleeping, “My Place” aims to protect our most vulnerable residents and influence how homelessness is tackled in the future.

Ian Mitchell, Managing Director (Housing) for One Vision Housing said:

“We truly believe that everyone deserves a place to call home and a lack of stable housing can lead to significant personal challenges. By offering a viable, long term solution, this project aims to protect the borough’s most vulnerable residents and influence how homelessness is tackled in the future. Being approached by Sefton Council to partner on this initiative is testament to our ongoing commitment to providing safe homes and communities where people can thrive.”

Cllr Daren Veidman, Sefton Council’s Cabinet member with responsibility for housing said:

“We know that people’s lives are completely changed by having a secure and stable home. It is a fundamental need and this “My Place” project with One Vision Housing will help provide that through these new properties for rough sleepers.

“And once those people have a home, we can then look at providing the specific support these vulnerable people need.”