Keystone House

Where is the project?

Keystone House is situated in Croydon with good transport links - View Contact Details

Who is it for?

The project is an abstinence based hostel for people in recovery from alcohol or drug misuse. The project provides a structure and supportive 6 month rehabilitation and recovery programme. All residents are required to actively engage in group and individual sessions that aim to support residents in understanding their addiction, remaining abstinent, and supporting them to build on physical, emotional and practical skills to aid further independent living. Keystone residents who successfully complete the 6 month programme have the option of moving into Keystone 2nd stage accommodation, which is also abstinence based, with support from a dedicated drug and alcohol resettlement worker.

The project is not appropriate for people:

• who are still drinking or using other substances
• have a recent history of serious violence, arson or sexual offences
• those who are unwilling to give up their current accommodation
• those not wishing to engage in a structured therapeutic programme

How can I get a place there?

You can self-refer, or your GP, care manager, outreach worker can all refer you. We also accept referrals from detoxification and rehabilitation programmes. Following an initial telephone assessment an application form is completed, followed by a face to face interview at Keystone House if appropriate. If you are successful then a place will be offered immediately if a space is available, alternatively you will be placed on a waiting list.

Accommodation costs are paid for by Housing Benefit if you are eligible and the support costs by Supporting People funding. All residents will be assisted in claiming relevant benefits, however are solely responsible for paying the service weekly service charge of around £10.00 per week.

What are the facilities?

The project consists of 5 cluster flats where 2 people share each flat. Each cluster flat shares a bathroom and kitchen. Accommodation is purposefully designed to encourage residents to interact and support each other. Community living is an essential part of the project work and there is a residents meeting each week which encourages residents to take an active part in their environment and helps to direct service developments.

What support do I get?

The first 6 months’ programme consists of a variety of group work, weekly individual work, support planning, and general life skills. Residents are encouraged to explore their addiction, manage their cravings and plan for successful abstinence based living in the future. In addition staff assist in giving support and guidance for benefit applications and support residents to access education, employment and training when appropriate.

Keystone Second Stage Accommodation

There is an option of moving into 2nd stage housing which is also abstinence based, where you will receive support from a dedicated drug and alcohol resettlement worker. This comprises 13 bed spaces in 3 houses. The resettlement worker works with all second stage residents, offering support around remaining abstinent whilst assisting in accessing permanent accommodation for residents.

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