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Excited to share insights from our latest article: "Disabled People in the Housing Sector: Resetting the Dial to Inclusion by Design." Learn about the challenges faced by disabled communities in finding suitable housing and the provision of support offered to them. 💡 🔍 The article sheds light on funding challenges, emphasising the urgent need for increased government investment to bridge the gap between demand and available resources. Discover the pivotal role of inclusive design principles and accessible infrastructure in fostering a more supportive housing environment for disabled individuals. Connecting the council to the Commons, this article provides insight from key local councillors, including Jess Lennox and Chris Willmore 🤝 Join us in fostering collaborative partnerships across sectors to enhance disability housing and address the broader housing emergency. Together, let's pave the way towards a future where everyone has access to safe, affordable, and inclusive housing options. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gRvb3sEu #HousingSector #DisabilityHousing #InclusiveDesign #Accessibility #Collaboration #ChamberUK #DiversityandInclusion

BBC News - Evicted mum fears being moved 170 miles away https://lnkd.in/eDpYMn_h I've been in this game in London since 1982 at all levels. Genuine questions: - how come some London councils can find temporary housing closer than Stoke on Trent but others can't? - why do all attempts to create pan-London temporary accommodation procurement fail to even out this postcode lottery? - why does the reintroduction of housing inspections not also apply to homelessness and housing needs services?

Welcome to day nineteen of our "ABCs of Affordable Housing" series! Today, S stands for Section 8, a critical program administered by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) that provides rental assistance to low-income households.   Section 8, also known as the Housing Choice Voucher Program, helps low-income families, the elderly, and the disabled afford decent, safe, and sanitary housing in the private market. Participants can choose any housing that meets the requirements of the program, not limited to units located in subsidized housing projects. This flexibility allows recipients to find housing that best suits their needs, providing them with a significant measure of independence and choice. The program pays a housing subsidy directly to the landlord on behalf of the participating family, with the family paying the difference between the actual rent charged by the landlord and the amount subsidized by the program.   This program is pivotal in promoting social mobility and economic stability by reducing the housing cost burden on low-income families, allowing them to allocate more resources to other essentials such as food, education, and healthcare. It also plays a key role in preventing homelessness and has been a lifeline for millions of families, especially during economic downturns. Section 8 not only assists individuals and families but also stimulates local economies by increasing rental market demand.   Join us in appreciating how Section 8 contributes to building stronger, more resilient communities. Like, share, and tag your friends to raise awareness about the importance of housing assistance programs in supporting the most vulnerable populations!   #Section8 #HousingChoiceVoucher #AffordableHousing #CommunityDevelopment #SocialMobility #HUD #EconomicStability

https://lnkd.in/g2cW6dW7 More evidence that #AffordableHousing needs to be #AccessibleHousing It's time we include #Accessibility in conversations on affordable housing in Canada. HousingNowTO Canadians for Properly Built Homes Carolyn Whitzman Canadian Housing Evidence Collaborative (CHEC) The Canadian Observatory on Homelessness National Right to Housing Network

The fight against demoviction in downtown Ottawa is gaining attention at city hall, as tenants push back against the proposed demolition of their affordable homes. Smart Living Properties plans to replace four buildings with a larger complex, but current residents fear displacement due to rising market rent. Residents, including seniors and students, stress that these rent-controlled units are their last defense against homelessness. Hearing personal stories—like Nicole Seguin's, who faces homelessness at 67, and Ben Emond's, who cherishes the community bonds—highlights the human impact of redevelopment. Smart Living has offered monetary compensation, yet councillors advocate for tenants' rights to return at affordable rates within new developments. This debate is about more than new buildings; it challenges us to rethink what housing truly means and whom it should serve. ✨How can cities ensure development doesn't come at the cost of community welfare?✨ #AffordableHousing #Community #UrbanDevelopment #Demoviction #OttawaHousing

What are the latest requirements for supported housing providers? 🏠 Join us in 7 days time to discuss the next steps and challenges for delivering supported housing services. You will hear from Bob Blackman MP, Co-Chair of the APPG for Ending Homelessness, who will update you on the latest Government policy, and the upcoming Supported Housing Advisory Panel. Register with code LINK4182 to access 20% off here 👉 https://loom.ly/oGlDqQU How are you planning to improve the quality of your supported housing provision? Let us know below ⬇️ #SupportedHousingWM #homelessness #housing

Housing affordability is a complex issue that intersects with health, transportation, economic development, and social equity. Cincinnati Action for Housing Now demonstrates how diverse stakeholders can come together to address this multifaceted challenge. From establishing an Affordable Housing Trust Fund to pushing for dedicated funding through ballot initiatives, this grassroots campaign showcases the power of community organizing in shaping urban policy. For housing professionals, policymakers, and community leaders, Cincinnati's experience offers crucial insights on coalition-building, leveraging data, and maintaining momentum in long-term advocacy efforts. Explore their journey and its implications for addressing housing affordability in your community: https://bit.ly/468cBrB #AffordableHousing #HousingJustice #CommunityOrganizing

Latest housing data shows 151,630 children in temporary accommodation – the most since records began; an increase of 15% compared with the same time last year and the highest figure since this measure began in 2004. There were 117,450 households living in such conditions in England at the end of March, 74,530 of which included children, according to the latest figures from the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government. According to law, B&Bs are meant to be used only for families in an emergency, and for no longer than six weeks, but the figures showed 3,250 households with young people in England had been in such accommodation for longer. The figure for total households in temporary accommodation has increased each quarter for the past two years, and is up by 24% on the figure of 95,000 in early 2022. Meanwhile, separate figures from the Ministry of Justice showed bailiff repossessions as a result of a no-fault eviction had reached the highest level for six years. Landlords can apply for an accelerated possession order if their tenants have not left by the date specified in a section 21 notice. There were 2,916 such repossessions between April and June this year, an increase of 31% on the same period last year and the highest quarterly figure since the beginning of 2018. Housing ministry figures showed that 6,630 households in England were assessed by councils as being threatened with homelessness between January and March 2024 as a result of section 21 notices to end their tenancies – up 1.2% from the same quarter last year. The system is broken - we need to fix this so that all have access to safe homes. #homeless #homelessness #repossession #socialwork

Heartbreaking reality of a family's 22-Year Journey in Temporary Housing.   The struggles and challenges they've faced highlight the urgent need for sustainable solutions to address homelessness and housing instability in our communities.   It’s a stark reminder that everyone deserves a stable and secure place to call home. This should be a call to action to advocate for improved policies, increased support and innovative solutions to tackle the root causes of homelessness.   Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/eNzAi4Er   #HomelessnessAwareness #HousingCrisis #letsgetbuilding #affordablehousing #housingcrisis