Improving, and raising awareness, of pet acceptance in homeless accommodation
Project Background
For people experiencing homelessness, their pet is often their only companion, support and family in a world of instability.
In the UK, very few temporary homelessness accommodation providers accept pets, forcing people to decide between seeking housing or staying with their pet. This project draws on evidence to enhance pet acceptance in temporary accommodation services so people and their pets can access shelter together. This project is based in North West England, and its supported by a number of host organisations including Street Paws, StreetVet, Dogs Trust (Together Through Homelessness), and Newcastle University.
Meet Our Facilitator: Rosie Ayub
“I’m Rosie, and I have a background which spans health, social care and the voluntary sector, supporting participatory approaches in service and system change. In this Facilitator project, I will be working alongside Street Paws, StreetVet, Dogs Trust and Newcastle University, exploring ways to improve and raise awareness of pet acceptance in homeless accommodation.”