INFORMATION FOR THOSE SUPPORTING YOUNG PEOPLE

We walk with young people as they journey forwards, providing the practical and emotional support they need to gain the skills and confidence to find accommodation and keep it.

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• Advice about housing options and benefits

• Help with form filling and applications

• Internet and phone access

• Referral to specialist agencies if needed

• Mediation to help the young person return home if appropriate

• Accompanying young people to appointments

• Liaising with and referrals to other agencies to find solutions

• Support for young people in accommodation to help them maintain their tenancies – money management, life skills and emotional support

 

We also offer practical help

• Food bank tailored to cooking with only a kettle, as well as basic toiletries

• Furniture bank of donated beds, sofas etc to help set up their first accommodation with basic needs

• Household goods – donated crockery, utensils etc

• Clothing bank

• Laundry facilities

• Shower room

 

All of our services are free.