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3.3 Objective 2 - Supporting independent living Our aim is to help people live independent lives by developing services and housing solutions tailored to personal circumstances. A number of housing strategies are directed at vulnerable groups. These include the Homelessness Strategy 2012-17 and the Housing Related Support Strategy (Supporting People). Support to vulnerable groups is delivered through our Supporting People Programme, homeless services and our housing support and adaptation services. We spent £1.519 million delivering the Supporting People programme in Armagh City and District in 2012/13. In Armagh District during 2012/13: • We funded 18 sheltered and supported housing schemes and one floating support service for a range of client groups through the Supporting People Programme; • There were 259 homeless applications received and 126 applicants were assessed as ‘Full Duty Status’. The new Housing Related Support Strategy (Supporting People) for the period 2012- 15 was issued for consultation in spring 2013. The final strategy document and action plan will be published later in the year. The draft strategy identifies three key thematic client groups, Homelessness, Older People and those with learning disability and mental health problems (Bamford) and outlines proposals to address the needs of these groups. Owner occupiers and landlords can access adaptations through our private sector grants scheme. During 2012/13 in Armagh City and District we approved 32 disabled facilities grants for the private sector and completed 38, spending £387K. The number of adaptations we can provide is subject to funding. The Housing Executive is responsible for the provision and management of accommodation for the Traveller Community. The third Comprehensive Traveller Needs Assessment will be undertaken in 2013/14 and further to analysis of the findings, a new Traveller Accommodation Programme will be developed. Action Plan 2013/14 • Work with relevant organisations to deliver services to those who experience homelessness in line with our Homelessness Strategy 2012-17; • Invest approximately £1.709 million in Armagh City and District to deliver housing support services to vulnerable people through the Supporting People Programme; • Continue to improve the quality of housing in the private sector for people with disabilities; • Work to meet the accommodation needs of Travellers, as required. 28
3.4 Objective 3 - Building stronger communities Building stronger communities is multi-faceted. It seeks to improve the physical environment, whilst addressing community needs and factors that lead to deprivation and poverty. In urban areas our work focuses on renewal and estate–based strategy programmes, supporting DSD’s urban regeneration initiatives and providing strategic direction for housing investment. DSD is currently developing a policy for ‘housing-led regeneration’ to support communities, renew town and city centres and bring empty homes back into use. DSD has confirmed that funding for the Neighbourhood Renewal Programme will continue until 2015. We will work to deliver this funding to the Neighbourhood Renewal Area in Armagh, benefiting local communities through a diverse range of schemes. Following public consultation we have recently begun implementation of the new Rural Action Plan 2013-15. The plan contains over 50 actions which we will undertake over the next two years. We intend to build on the success of the Rural Action Plan 2009-12 which saw targets for new build and Warm Homes exceeded. We will continue to consult with our Rural Resident’s Forum to ensure any new policies are rural proofed as well as scrutinizing existing services. The Rural Action Plan demonstrates our continued commitment to delivering vibrant and sustainable rural communities. In Armagh City and District, we support physical and community regeneration through a number of activities: • We are represented on the Armagh Neighbourhood Renewal Area Partnership. In cooperation with other statutory agencies and community representatives we continue to deliver projects on behalf of residents. In the past year, schemes delivered by the Housing Executive have included major refurbishments and fire safety works to community facilities at Mullacreevie and Callan Crescent; • We continue to support community development through the funding and monitoring of Supporting Communities Northern Ireland which provides advice and support to local community groups; 29
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