Statistical Bulletin: HSG/2005/2: People assisted through Supporting People funding: 2003-04
Table 2: Number of clients receiving housing support during 2003-04 by client group: Scotland level
Client group | Total | as % of total |
All client groups (net total) | 140,207 | 100 |
Physical disability/ illness | 5,630 | 4 |
People having mental health problems | 5,242 | 4 |
People with a learning disability | 5,651 | 4 |
People who use alcohol | 2,211 | 2 |
People who use drugs | 1,240 | 1 |
People with HIV/AIDS | 108 | * |
Older people | 76,912 | 55 |
Vulnerable due to young age | 2,153 | 2 |
People at risk of offending / re-offending, people leaving prison | 429 | * |
Women at risk of domestic violence | 1,963 | 1 |
Refugees | 15 | * |
People who are homeless or sleeping rough | 19,092 | 14 |
People with sensory impairment | 365 | * |
People with dementia | 506 | * |
People with an acquired brain injury | 100 | * |
People experiencing psychological trauma | 50 | * |
People with poor social skills or disruptive behaviour | 1,335 | 1 |
Gypsies/ Travellers | 140 | * |
Other vulnerable groups | 20,825 | 15 |
Note: Some clients may change client group throughout the year. As a result, double counting may occur and the sum of the client groups will not match the net total exactly.