supported accommodation
Lewisham Council is developing a new strategy to provide placements for children in its care, including supported accommodation.
Lewisham Council's Mayor and Cabinet approved the Lewisham Sufficiency Strategy 2026-2029 in November 2026, aiming to ensure sufficient local placements for 452 children in its care. The strategy seeks to address inequalities, including the disproportionate representation of Black children in care and disabled children placed outside the borough, as presented by Councillor Rotimi Skyers.
In February 2026, Barking and Dagenham Council's Planning Committee approved a new six-storey supported accommodation block at the YMCA campus in Romford. Kensington and Chelsea Council's Planning Committee considered a proposal in September 2026 for the change of use of a property on Finborough Road from a hostel to residential.
Supported accommodation provides housing options with additional support services for individuals who need assistance to live independently. This can include young people leaving care, vulnerable adults with specific needs, or those requiring help with daily living or managing their health.
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