About Dídean

Shelter

Dídean, meaning, “Shelter” was established in 2019 to provide a community based, social care alternative for people seeking international protection.

 

Dídean provides services to those seeking international protection. Accommodation is own-door, self-catering and non-clustered. All services are provided in normal community settings and are facilitated by qualified social care professionals who are vetted and fully trained.

Dídean’s service has been designed to meet the draft national standards for direct provision developed by the Advisory Standards Group for the Department of Justice. Dídean strives to meet and exceed national and international high standards of care and support.

We are confident our approach will contribute positively to providing an alternative to Direct Provision in an ethical manner, with dignity, transparency, accountability for residents, local communities and the Government.

Our team bring a wealth of experience in supporting individuals (Children and Adults) with a range of complex needs. We support for people in their path towards onward housing and independence.

Founding principals

Dídean’s founders set up the organisation to support the ending of direct provision in its current form.