Housing

The basis of our offer to young people is first a safe place to live. We provide several forms of accommodation. These range from night shelters for emergencies, to hostels for short stays, to 'supported flats' (although it is the people who are supported!), and 'foyers' with facilities for learning on site. There are services especially for young people who are leaving the care of the local council,  for ex-offenders, and for young single parents. People may stay in a service for  from nine nights to two years, depending on the precise service and the young person's particular circumstances. We have  the variety and flexibility to match the individual needs of those who want to make a home with us.From this foundation, young homeless people can begin to tackle the problems that lead them to become homeless. They can learn to trust people again after much rejection. They can develop their self-respect. They can start to develop the skills they need for a sustainable future.

When homeless young people move in to live with us they are often leading chaotic lives. They are not in any position to enter employment or mainstream education. This poses problems when a young person is looking for housing to rent. Landlords favour tenants who are in work and employment; and raising the money for a deposit can be hard. So we also help through schemes to provide guarantees for rent deposits.