Acomb
House is located approximately 5 miles from the M62 and
the M56 and is close to all amenities and a good public transport
service.
Accommodation and Care
Acomb House provides
support and accommodation to mature men who for differing reasons
are considered vulnerable in the community.
The project aims to enable its residents to live independently,
securely and with dignity in their own rooms (all rooms have their
own wash basin), with the assurance of knowing that help and
assistance is at hand should it be required. All meals -
breakfast, lunch, evening meal and supper are provided in the
communal dining room.
Referral Criteria
- Over 30 years of age
- Able to demonstrate a need of the service offered and for
supported accommodation
- Be able to retain or arrange responsibility for personal
finances
- Be willing to live alongside other residents and share with
other residents the use of the communal bathrooms, toilets, lounge
and dining room area
- Be able to administer or arrange administration of own personal
medication
- Be able to maintain personal care or accept provision of care
to meet the assessed needs
- Not present a risk to other residents or staff through
aggressive or violent behaviour
- Will demonstrate a potential for independent living within a 12
month period
- Will demonstrate a commitment to solving personal and practical
problems alongside project staff
Applications
Applications are welcome from
various agencies on behalf of individuals ie: prisons, probation
service, homeless housing officers, Men's Direct Access, homeless
day centres and social services departments.
Further information and referral forms are available directly
from the Project Manager by calling
(0161)
224 7272