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SUMMARY:Housing Essentials Webinar, Session 2: Social Housing Operations, Systems, Supports & Schemes
DESCRIPTION:About this Session\nThis session provides a practical overview of how social housing operations work in Ireland. It will explain how housing need is assessed, how homes are allocated, and how supports and schemes are used to assist households. The session will help attendees understand key operational terms and processes, from Housing Assistance Payment and Rental Accommodation Scheme to Choice Based Letting and differential rent, with signposting to where more detailed information can be found.\nSpeakers\n\nPatrick McCarthy, Head of Local Authority and AHB Services\n\nHighlights\n\nSocial housing assessments and how housing need is considered.\nSocial housing allocations and related operational processes\nHousing Assistance Payment, known as HAP\nRental Accommodation Scheme, known as RAS.\nChoice Based Letting and differential rent.\nSocial housing supports and where to find further information.\n\n
URL:https://housingtraining.ie/events/housing-essentials-webinar-session-2-social-housing-operations-systems-supports-schemes/
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