Bedroom before (Image: Gateshead Council)Councillor Gavin Brierley, Gateshead Council’s cabinet member for housing, said: "This is a powerful example of why early intervention and partnership working are so important. "By working together, we've helped him sustain his tenancy, improve his wellbeing and regain confidence in his home and future." Bedroom after (Image: Gateshead Council)The Council’s neighbourhood housing team stepped in before the situation reached crisis point, arranging an initial clearance and referring Mr Harris to Gateshead-based social enterprise 2 Way Tenancy Solutions CIC for specialist support. Through a comprehensive assessment, the organisation helped him access financial support, professional cleaning, rehabilitation services, counselling and ongoing wellbeing support. Sihle Mapanda from 2 Way Tenancy Solutions CIC said: "John was overwhelmed when he came to us, so building trust was essential.