A pioneering Tameside-based project aimed at preparing vulnerable people for independent living has been recognised at an awards ceremony championing the achievements of people in Greater Manchester.
The Unlocking Potential Tameside project was awarded the Front Line Project Award at the Adullam Homes Moore Awards.
The project was launched by employees of the social housing provider, which operates throughout Greater Manchester, Cheshire and Lancashire, to help tackle unemployment, safeguarding and health issues among vulnerable residents.
Staff working on the project develop and coach residents, as well as provide floating support and removing barriers to accessing accommodation. It also supports the work of other agencies to help achieve their outcomes.
The project has worked alongside Manchester-based ANEW Approach, a not-for-profit organisation that works with provides people suffering from substance abuse problems with sustainable solutions.
Launched in 2013, the Moore Awards recognise the work and inspirational tales of service users and residents, as well as staff, volunteers and students working for, or receiving treatment from, Adullam Homes.
The successes and achievements of other Adullam residents, staff and volunteers were also highlighted at the awards, which were named after the company’s founder, Walter Moore MBE.
Trevor Palfreyman, Chief Executive of Adullam Homes, said: “It has been another successful Moore Awards, and I would like to congratulate everyone on their achievements. It is vital to recognise the inspirational stories, hard work and dedication of our residents, staff and volunteers, who have come a long way after suffering setbacks in their lives.
“The Unlocking Potential Tameside project has helped enrich the lives of many people within the town and beyond, by tackling various issues in our customers’ lives. Our partnership with ANEW Approach highlights the success of the project and the exemplary work that has been carried out, which has contributed to people getting their lives back on track with employment and housing.”
John Platt, Team Leader at ANEW Approach CIC, added: “Our partnership is a great example of professionals from multi agencies working together to achieve the best possible outcome for the client”
Adullam Homes works with vulnerable people to restore hope and dignity by supporting its service users and enabling them to lead independent lives. Its social enterprise wing, Matt25, provides training and recruitment for residents and service users, helping them secure work within Adullam and in the wider community.
