Housing & Homelessness
Everyone deserves a roof above their head, stability and a warm place to welcome them home. At Cranstoun, we understand that housing is a basic human right. Together, we can move towards a world where everyone has their own place to thrive.
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Why Cranstoun helps
At Cranstoun, we understand that everything starts with a home. Having a place to sleep, a chance to be part of your local community and a space to be proud of makes for a brighter, safer, better life. Every person is walking their own unique path, and because of this everyone’s housing needs are different. The traditional housing systems that are in place within our society aren’t always the perfect fit for everyone in need. That’s why we’re dedicated to providing a number of unique services which allow you to receive the best support at the best time in the best way. Your safety, stability and happiness are our ultimate goal, and we’re passionate about creating lasting change in your life. Let’s work together to find where you belong. Safe, happy, healthy and empowered.
How Cranstoun helps
We work with people who regularly sleep rough, those that are struggling to keep their tenancy, those that are searching for housing stability and those transitioning from shared facility housing to independent living. We deliver a mix of housing services including those that work with people to avoid homelessness by responding to crises as well as services which accommodate those who have experienced homelessness for a long time. We’re passionate about empowering you with the right knowledge, support and connections. It’s not only important for you to find a safe place to live, but to also feel connected with your community, improve your mental health and wellbeing and know that where you are is the best place for you to thrive.
Cranstoun can offer the following housing services to you or someone you know:
- Co-designed engagement, settlement and wraparound support plans
- Harm reduction and ‘Staying Safe’ support
- Support to maintain your tenancy
- Assistance to overcome social exclusion (Access to services and community organisations)
- Help with managing budgets and debt
- Assistance with benefits
- Support with independent living
- Housing settlement planning
- Tenancy sustainability checklists
Our support is always tailored to your needs with your goals at the forefront.
Have a look at the services available, below.
Services
Birmingham Street Activity Navigator Service
The Cranstoun Birmingham Street Activity Navigator Service supports those engaged in street activity in Birmingham to settle into their own accommodation within the community.
Learn MoreHousing Solutions, Birmingham Housing Support
The Domestic Abuse Housing Solutions & Support Service is available to survivors of domestic abuse, with or without children, needing to access support, advice and accommodation with the aim of preventing or relieving homelessness.
Learn MoreJames Bagnall Supported Accommodation
This service offers accommodation-based support for vulnerable adults who are either currently homeless or at risk of becoming homeless.
Learn MoreMental Health, Birmingham Housing Support
Our Mental Health Lead Worker Service provides housing-related support for people affected by mental health conditions in Birmingham, assisting citizens to sustain their accommodation and/or find suitable alternative accommodation, preventing homelessness. To find out how we can help you or someone you care about, click below.
Learn moreVulnerable Single Adults & Couples, Birmingham Housing Support
Our Housing Support for Vulnerable Adults Lead Worker Service provides housing-related support for single adults and couples in childless households in Birmingham.
Learn moreWandsworth Housing
Our service in Wandsworth provides supported housing to borough residents in need of drug and alcohol support. We offer each service user up to nine hours of one-to-one and group support a week, working with 30 adults across five properties.
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Read MoreCranstoun Comment on Ending Rough Sleeping for Good Strategy
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