Newcastle's Joseph Cowen Centre to help shape national policy on pet-friendly homelessness support
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Newcastle's Joseph Cowen Centre to help shape national policy on pet-friendly homelessness support

21 Jun 2026 · Originally published 21 Jun 2026 9/10 Original headline: Newcastle centre helping to reduce barriers for homeless people with pets
The Joseph Cowen Centre in Byker is being used as a model for national policy due to its approach of welcoming pets into its support services. By ensuring people experiencing homelessness can access healthcare and housing advice without being separated from their animals, the centre is helping to remove a significant barrier to support.
Source: Chronicle Live Tyne And Wear
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