 Under the Bridge
What is Under the Bridge? It's a floating support service for people over the age of 16, who are at risk of homelessness in South Tyneside.
How does Under the Bridge work?
Individuals who are considered suitable for the scheme can be referred to the team at Under the Bridge. Once the individual is accepted on to the scheme, a support worker will be allocated and will visit them, at their place of residence, at least twice a week. The support provided would be discussed between the individual and the support worker and set out in an agreed support plan, which will show how needs and issues are going to addressed. The plan will be reviewed every three months, or earlier if the individual's needs change, to see how they are progressing. |
Who does Under the Bridge Support?
The service offers support to those who:
- Have problems with alcohol or drug misuse.
- Have recently or are about to leave the custody of prison.
- Have previously been unable to maintain a home due to chaotic behaviour or complex needs.
- Have problems with mental health or distress.
- Face eviction or are at risk of losing their home.
- Have difficulty with social or communication skills.
- Are isolated within society.
If any of the above reflects the situation of someone you know or work with then Under the Bridge may be able to help.
How long does the support last?
Support can last from one month to up to eighteen months depending on the individual's needs.
What support does Under the Bridge provide?
- Help in gaining housing.
- Help in accessing treatment for drug or alcohol misuse.
- Help in dealing with the probation service.
- Help and advice on how to avoid re-offending.
- Advice on welfare benefits.
- Help with resettlement in the community.
- Help in developing and maintaining independent living skills.
- Help in dealing with disputes with neighbours.
- Help in accessing community groups, voluntary organisations and services such ass doctors, colleges and solicitors.
- Advice on budgeting and debt.
- Any other services that may help the individual avoids homelessness.
Enquiries and referrals
If you know someone who could benefit from the services that are offered by Under the Bridge contact:
Ray Brown
Project Co-ordinator
Under the Bridge
Coppergate House
1 Berkley Way
Hebburn
NE31 1SF
Telephone: 0191 483 2923
Email: utb@bykerbridge.org.uk
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