While the accommodation available to the clients of PRS access schemes may be at the lower end of the market, schemes still have a role to play in ensuring and improving standards of accommodation available.
Chapter Six of the Crisis Good Practice Guide gives advice on how to ensure PRS properties are of a high enough standard.
Foundations is the national body for Home improvement agencies (HIAs). These are locally based, not-for-profit organisations. They help older, disabled and vulnerable homeowners or private tenants to repair, improve, maintain or adapt their homes. Their prime purpose is to help people continue to live in their own homes in comfort, safety, security and independence.
There are approximately 250 HIAs across England, covering 317 local authority areas. 90% of residents in England have access to a home improvement agency. They are sometimes referred to as 'Care & Repair' agencies or 'Staying Put' schemes. The Foundations website features a directory which enables you to
search for your local HIA.
If you know of any further guidance or resources relating to supporting homeless people to move into the PRS, please email us at
private.renting@crisis.org.uk.