Advice services,
day centres and hostels
If you want to stay in this project you cannot apply directly yourself. Look in How to get in below for more information.
1 Cumberland Road
Referral address
c/o Just Homes
5 Cooper Street
Canning Town
London
E16 1QU
Phone
020 7473 5286
Fax
020 7473 6006
referrals@justhomes.org.uk
Website
Who the project is for ^ back to top
Target group
Single homeless men who are moving on from first stage hostel accommodation, mainly from the East London area. Must be willing to pursue employment and/or training opportunities. Priority given to those with a local connection.
Will not accept
Men with active alcohol or drug dependency problems.
| Minimum | 18 |
|---|---|
| Maximum | None |
| Average | 30-50 |
How to get in ^ back to top
Referral agencies
Accept referrals from any agency. Can accept referrals direct from prison.
Referral procedure
Agency referrals only. Phone Mon-Fri 9am-5pm. Application form to be completed by applicant and referral agency. Interview. Require references. Must be eligible for benefits (if not working).
Waiting list
Operate a waiting list.
Vacancies
Infrequent.
| Minimum | 6 months |
|---|---|
| Maximum | 2 years |
| Average | 1 year |
Staffing and support ^ back to top
Support services
1 member of staff, available at off-site office Mon-Fri 9am-5pm and visits residents at least weekly during day or evening. Compulsory monthly keywork meetings. Support plans with agreed outcomes are reviewed monthly. Focus on training and finding employment. Offer help with filling in forms and applications, money issues and developing independent living skills.
Access to move-on
Offer advice on move-on options.
Accommodation ^ back to top
Total spaces
5
Rooms
Single: 5
£15pw payment towards utility bills.
| Furnishings | Rooms fully furnished. |
|---|---|
| Other facilities | Lounge, garden. |
| Food | Self catering. |
| Disabled facilities | None. |
Rules and policies ^ back to top
House rules and tenure
Attendance at regular house meetings, keywork sessions and meetings with move-on manager required. Assured shorthold tenancy.
Resident access
Own key, no access restrictions.
Visitors
Yes, in communal areas only. No overnight guests.
User participation
Monthly tenants' meetings with member of project staff. Provides feedback to management, discusses policies and offers mutual support.
Further information ^ back to top
Cumberland Road provides accommodation for 5 single homeless men. The project is also used as move-on accommodation for residents moving out of other associated hostels. Smoking is allowed in resident's bedroom.
Group
Just Homes.
Public transport
Hostel: East Ham or Stratford tube. Manor Park rail station. Buses: 25, 86, 101, 104, W19.