SWEP protocol activated
SWEP (Severe Weather Emergency Protocol) is being triggered in Arun from 7.30pm on Tuesday 28 November until at least Saturday 2 December at 7:30am. 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 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 services that night. Clients who need to access the service outside of these hours should contact the out-of-hours team on 01903 737500 for a referral and information on how and where to get support. If you are concerned about someone who is rough sleeping, please use the Streetlink app or the website to report your concerns, which will be sent directly to our outreach services, who will try to find individuals and let them know of the help available to them. A hot meal, drinks, snacks, access to showers/washing facilities, and support with seeking longer-term accommodation options will be available to individuals through this service.