Available shelters for homeless individuals in Cornwall are operational

The Somewhere Safe to Stay hub, a new temporary shelter for individuals at risk of homelessness, has been established in Truro, Cornwall. This project, led by Olly Monk, the portfolio holder for housing at Cornwall Council, is a significant step towards addressing homelessness in the area.

Located on River Street, the Somewhere Safe to Stay hub was created by renovating a pre-existing building. This approach not only ensured the conservation of a historical structure but also prevented the emission of demolition fumes or new materials into the atmosphere.

The hub will offer nine single-occupancy rooms and will be managed by a team of seven people from the council. Once residents are placed into the temporary accommodation, this team will provide support to help them transition towards permanent housing.

Olly Monk expressed his optimism regarding the project, stating that the Somewhere Safe to Stay hub will play a key role in reducing homelessness in the area. He described the project as a "fantastic" initiative that will help support people on their path to permanent accommodation.

Residents are expected to stay at the Somewhere Safe to Stay hub for between three and 10 days, providing a safe and supportive environment for people who have been sleeping rough. The hub is part of the local authority's broader efforts to help those in need across Cornwall.

It's important to note that the Somewhere Safe to Stay hub in Truro is not directly related to the Cornwall Council's dropped devolution deal. Similarly, the hub is not mentioned in the articles discussing the council's review of the system for allocating social housing or the dropped devolution deal.

This project underscores Cornwall Council's commitment to addressing homelessness and supporting vulnerable individuals in the community. By providing a safe and supportive environment, the Somewhere Safe to Stay hub in Truro is making a meaningful difference in the lives of those at risk of homelessness in Cornwall.