Like councils across the country, we are facing growing financial pressure alongside increasing demand, so we need to look at providing services in a different way.
The current contract for homeless support services ends in March 2024. We are using this as an opportunity to review the existing support service to make sure it continues to meet the needs of those who need help.
We are proposing to change the way support is provided to individuals who are facing homelessness or who are homeless. We are asking you to let us know your views by responding to the consultation which is now live and will run until midnight on 3 September.
The consultation is open to everyone in Leicestershire. We are particularly keen to hear from:
- people facing homelessness;
- people who have or are currently using the service;
- friends, relatives, and carers of people facing or experiencing homelessness;
- professionals who support people facing or experiencing homelessness.
Complete the questionnaire at www.leicestershire.gov.uk/homeless-consultation.
A paper copy of the questionnaire is available on request by calling 0116 305 0705 or emailing phconsultations@leics.gov.uk
An easy read version of the consultation information is available at www.leicestershire.gov.uk/homeless-consultation
Information sessions have been arranged where staff from Leicestershire County Council will be available to present the proposal and answer any queries. Information and details on how to register for a session can be found at www.leicestershire.gov.uk/homeless-consultation.