About the project
CoLab Hub is a collaboration between public, private and voluntary sector organisations targeting homelessness, re-offending and recovery from alcohol or drug misuse. Funded by Public Health England, the hub
incorporates specialist primary healthcare alongside mental health support, housing aid and family support teams, learning tutors, a library and a gallery.
Local capacity created
Potential for health services alongside shops, community and cultural facilities or housing
Access to groups that outsiders cannot reach
Community organisations actively collaborating with each other and with official bodies
Impact achieved
Accessible services concentrated in places busy with people
Trusted and inclusive community engagement
Productive partnerships between local people and service providers
Services tailored to local needs from cradle to grave, therefore value for money