Due to Darren's autism, the living conditions were not helping him. There were times when Darren became physically aggressive towards Kate and sometimes lost control over himself, which made things very challenging.
They were at the risk of becoming homeless as they had problems with their landlord and their housing officer advised that it could take up to two years for them to move due to housing shortages.
She was at a loss. She didn't know what to do as the living conditions were so bad. The help she received from Action for Children changed her life.
We supported Kate with re-housing and gave support to help manage their relationship with Darren. Her support worker met with her weekly. He accompanied her to see the housing worker, supported her to make contact with the ward councillor and after many meetings Kate and Darren were re-housed. They were both so happy with the outcome after living in mouldy conditions for years.