The Star Project

Location

Four schemes across Hove, all within easy reach of shops, supermarkets, restaurants, parks, public transport connections and the seafront.

Accommodation type

7 bedrooms at Pegasus House, 8 bedrooms at Columba House, 8 bedrooms at Sirius House and 9 bedrooms at Orion House. All bedrooms are fully-furnished.

Communal areas

Lounge, kitchen, bathroom and shared garden. There is WiFi in all communal areas.

Safety and security

Staff office on-site and CCTV help to ensure residents feel safe and secure.

Rental agreement type

All rooms are let on a licence agreement.

Care and support planning

Staff draw up a personalised care and support plan with residents using the Mental Health Recovery Star model.

Staff availability

Our highly-trained staff are on-site from 8am to 8pm, seven days a week. There is a concierge service and an out-of-hours telephone service, should residents require any further support.

Tailored care, support and assistance includes

• Daily living skills
• Managing finances (budgeting and benefits)
• Managing personal care and medication
• Building confidence, resilience and self-esteem
• Managing mental health needs
• Maintaining appropriate behaviour and good communication
• Managing rent and rent arrears
• Accessing education, training and work
• Signposting and accessing other services
• Planning a successful move-on

Additional support services

We also provide follow-on support for up to six weeks, when residents move on to live independently.

Eligibility

To be eligible for a place at The Star Project, applicants must:

• Be aged 18 or over
• Have an on-going mental health need
• Be ready to engage with the recovery model

How to apply

We only accept referrals from social care or mental health professionals, through Brighton and Hove City Council. All care and support needs will be assessed before an application is accepted.