Get Smart
Time to Get Smart
Former privileges rapidly become essentials. Few products exemplify this more than a smartphone. Sadly, precious few rough sleepers have access to this essential tool needed to manage virtually every aspect of their life from connecting with family, to attending appointments to managing their finances.
Get Smart, Get Connected.
Upon researching a variety of budget smartphone brands, Dim Yma has chosen Xiaomi as the best value in comparison to Apple and Samsung whilst simultaneously being more than adequate for a clients needs. Feedback from clients has been highly positive, highlighting the display quality, camera and performance.The average cost of the standard we purchase smartphone ranges from £90 - £120.
| Reason | Theft | Loss | Sale | Damage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequency | High | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Solution | Purchase security devices such as cameras and door notifiers. | Add GPS tracker and use Google tracker app | Stagger purchases so that new clients are not immediately provided with a smartphone. | Purchase shock proof cases for each phone. |
Regardless of whether a client is street homeless or living in temporary accommodation, the risk of theft remains astronomically high. We therefore advise them to keep their phones in a values pouch at all times and not to leave them unattended. Security devices can also be installed in their dorms if necessary.