Milton Keynes City Council is providing significant financial backing to a crucial local service. Citizens Advice Milton Keynes (CAMK) will receive a grant of £175,000 to support its ongoing work in preventing homelessness.
Proven track record in support
This funding injection is for CAMK’s Homelessness Prevention Support Service. The service offers residents free, confidential advice on a range of issues that can impact housing stability. These include help with housing queries, benefit claims, debt management, employment challenges, consumer rights, and family-related matters.
Thousands helped since 2020
Since its partnership with the city council began in 2020, CAMK has successfully assisted over 4,000 Milton Keynes residents who were facing the risk of becoming homeless. The support provided includes practical advice, assistance with housing, financial guidance, and mediation services. The organisation helps individuals understand their rights as tenants, negotiate with landlords, manage financial difficulties, increase their income, and avoid eviction.
Based on current demand, CAMK anticipates assisting approximately 750 households each year through this vital service.
Council’s commitment to prevention
This substantial investment aligns with the city council’s broader strategy to tackle homelessness proactively. The council aims to prevent individuals and families from losing their homes by helping them address the root causes of housing insecurity, such as personal circumstances or employment issues.
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