Exempt Accommodation
Specialist supported housing in Birmingham for vulnerable adults
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Supported Housing with Enhanced Benefits
Exempt accommodation is a category of supported housing where the rent is not capped by Local Housing Allowance (LHA) rates. This allows providers to offer higher-quality accommodation and meaningful support services to vulnerable residents.
To qualify as exempt, the accommodation must be provided by a non-profit organisation or housing association, and the tenant must receive care, support, or supervision that amounts to more than minimal. Our standard is a minimum of one hour of support per week per resident.
The Supported Housing Act 2023 has introduced new regulatory requirements for exempt accommodation providers. Stone and Sky is fully compliant with these requirements and committed to maintaining the highest standards.
Key Features
- ✓Not capped by Local Housing Allowance rates
- ✓Minimum one hour support per week
- ✓Provided by non-profit or housing association
- ✓Regulated under Supported Housing Act 2023
- ✓Higher property standards required
Supporting Vulnerable Adults
Our exempt accommodation is designed for adults who need a stable home and additional support to maintain their tenancy
Homeless Individuals
Safe, stable accommodation for those experiencing homelessness with support to rebuild independent living skills.
Care Leavers
Transitional support for young adults leaving the care system, helping them develop life skills for independence.
Mental Health Recovery
Supportive environment for individuals recovering from mental health challenges with appropriate assistance.
Domestic Abuse Survivors
Safe housing for survivors of domestic abuse, providing stability and connection to support services.
Ex-Offenders
Accommodation supporting successful reintegration into the community for those with criminal justice backgrounds.
Low Support Needs
Housing for individuals who need minimal support to maintain their tenancy successfully.
Structured Support for Success
Every resident receives a minimum of one hour of dedicated support per week from their assigned keyworker. This support is tailored to individual needs and focuses on building skills for independent living.
Initial Assessment
Comprehensive needs assessment to understand support requirements
Support Plan
Personalised support plan with clear goals and milestones
Weekly Support
Regular keyworker meetings with ongoing assistance
Move-On Pathway
Preparation for independent living or lower support accommodation
Support Areas
- •Tenancy management and rent payments
- •Benefits claims and financial literacy
- •Health and wellbeing appointments
- •Education, training, and employment
- •Life skills and independent living
- •Connection to community services
Birmingham and West Midlands
Our exempt accommodation services are currently focused in Birmingham and the surrounding West Midlands area. We work closely with Birmingham City Council and local referral partners.
Refer Your Clients
If you work with vulnerable adults who need supported housing, we welcome referrals from local authorities, charities, and other partner organisations.
- ✓Fast turnaround on referral assessments
- ✓Clear communication throughout the process
- ✓Ongoing liaison with referring organisations
- ✓Regular progress updates on resident welfare
Referral Criteria
- •Adults aged 18+ with support needs
- •Eligible for Housing Benefit or Universal Credit housing element
- •Able to manage in shared accommodation environment
- •Willing to engage with support services
- •No active high-risk behaviours that would endanger others