Supported Living Accommodation Panel (SLAP)

What is the SLAP?

The SLAP is a body of professionals from organisations including Woking Borough Council, Social Services and the Primary Care Trust (Health Authority).

It takes applications from people with:

  • learning disabilities
  • physical disabilities
  • sensory disabilities or impairment
  • mental health needs

and makes recommendations on suitable housing that will take into consideration their support needs.

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How do I make an application?

You should make an early application, especially if you may become homeless.

You can get an application form by contacting the Housing Needs team at the Council.

Your professional or support worker will need to complete the last section of the form. You should attach any up to date assessments or Care Plans to your application form.

The information on your application form is confidential and only used by the SLAP.

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What happens to my application form?

Once your application has been received, an assessment will be carried out if you are not receiving support from the Community Care Team (for learning and physical disabilities and sensory impairment) or the Community Mental Health Team (for mental health needs).

The Panel holds a regular meeting to consider new referrals and recommendations for suitable housing will be made at this meeting.

More information may be required a recommendation can be made so a decision may take some time. The type of accommodation recommended by the Panel may not always be available, for example there may not be any vacancies in a suitable rehabilitation hostel or staffed home.

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The Special Needs Information Panel (SNIP)

The SNIP considers applications for Woking Borough Council sheltered and supported accommodation, for those aged 45 or over who require a lower level of support.

A self-referral application form is available from the Housing Needs team.

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Who do I call if I have any questions about my application?

If you have any questions about the application process please contact the Housing Needs team on 01483 743833 or email housingneeds@woking.gov.uk