PATHWAYS PROJECT
The Pathways Project works with people who are dependent on drugs and/or alcohol and have found this often stops them from engaging with services and may have led to them losing their home.
To work with the project team, people will have been rough sleeping or have been moved into emergency accommodation during the pandemic. Service users are then supported to access treatment that brings together experts such as psychologists, substance misuse experts and a homelessness engagement team to work with people in a holistic, trauma-informed way, understanding how difficult experiences have may affected their lives. It uses strength based working to promote independent living and personal empowerment. The project builds on the successful model which was used for the council’s Street Lifestyles Pilot, which focused on anti-social behaviour caused by substance misuse. The current funding has been used to expand the team and now includes psychological support staff. The Pathways team has recently expanded to include a team of coaches who are working with people on a one to one basis to build on their skills and interests. Helping people work towards their self-identified goals, rediscover their passions and engage in meaningful activities The project is delivered in partnership with Liverpool City Council, the NHS and addiction charity We Are With You and is funded by the Office for Health Improvement and Disparities (formerly Public Health England) for two years. |
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The Whitechapel Centre
Langsdale Street Liverpool L3 8DT Tel: 0151 207 7617 Charity Number: 1013060 Reg Co Number: 2623071 |