County Durham Local Teenage Pregnancy Strategy - Full Document
County Durham Local Teenage Pregnancy Strategy - Full Document
County Durham Local Teenage Pregnancy Strategy - Full Document
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Housing Support<br />
We recognise the importance of a pregnant teenager having a healthy<br />
environment to live in and for the baby to be born into. A settled living<br />
arrangement is more likely to contribute to social inclusion and positive life<br />
chances of the mother and her child.<br />
By 2010 we aim to have a range of supported accommodation for those<br />
mothers under 18 who cannot live with their family or partner. The range of<br />
accommodation will include supported semi-independent living with floating<br />
outreach support. Where a mother is aged 18-25 and needs supported housing,<br />
she will be included in such projects.<br />
Where fathers remain involved with the mother and child, every encouragement<br />
will be given to promote his active involvement.<br />
Housing plans in county <strong>Durham</strong> are currently being developed in more detail at<br />
a local level. The local co-ordinator will work with <strong>Local</strong> Housing Authorities,<br />
Housing Associations and young people to establish need and plan provision<br />
within government guidelines.<br />
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