SWEP activation - 19 November 2024
SWEP is being activated in Arun from Tuesday 19 November until 7am on Saturday 23 November This is due to the low temperatures predicted by the Met Office over the next few days.
All rough sleepers in Arun who have no alternative option during this period of time can access a SWEP bed should they wish. For more information on how to access SWEP, rough sleepers should approach Arun's Housing Options Team either by telephone on 01903 737552 or by attending the offices at either Bognor Regis Town Hall or The Civic Centre in Littlehampton for an assessment of needs and an instant referral into SWEP. Clients will then be given details of where and how to access that night.
Clients who need to access the service outside of these hours will need to contact the out of hours team on 01903 737500 for a referral and information on how and where to access. If you are concerned about someone who is rough sleeping, please report via the Streetlink app or this link https://www.streetlink.org.uk/# which will be sent directly to our outreach services who will try to find individuals and notify them of the SWEP provision.
Clients who access this will be provided with a hot meal, drinks, snacks and use of showers/washing facilities as well as support with seeking longer term accommodation options.