Training on improving the use of the private rented sector for those in housing need
Crisis has recently been holding taster training events, supported by CLG, on improving the use of the private rented sector to assist those in housing need. These events have covered:
- Landlords (creating and maintaining relationships, and services for)
- Clients (eligibility and services for)
- Supporting the tenancy from pre-tenancy stage onwards, including breaking the cycle of re-presenting clients and developing exit strategies
- The importance of monitoring (to demonstrate achievements, reduce financial burden and maximise resources)
- Practical examples, best practice and ideas that you can implement to improve new and existing schemes.
These events have been precursors to an in-depth modular training programme to be offered by
Inside Housing Solutions . Government, finance departments, landlords and not least tenants are asking organisations to be more innovative when creating and developing schemes that facilitate and sustain access in the PRS. This training package will assist you in moving towards a financially sustainable approach that meets the needs of your local landlords and is effective in preventing and tackling homelessness locally.
Training
There are a number of other training providers offering specialist courses for those working with homeless people and working to house people in the private rented sector.
PRS regional updates
If you run a rent deposit scheme, local letting agency or any other form of PRS access scheme, the PRS regional updates may be of interest to you. There will be more regional updates around the UK in 2010 so watch this space.
Below are the reports from the previous regional updates:
Crisis Conference 2009