Peabody Trust - Leahurst Hostel
Referral address
Braintree District Council
Causeway House
Bocking End
Braintree
CM7 9HB
Referral phone
01376 552 525
Referral email
hsgadvhomeless@braintree.gov.uk
Website
https://www.peabody.org.uk/care-support
Who is the project for?
Who do we help?
Young single homeless people aged 16-25 with support needs. Must be willing to engage with the support service. Priority given to applicants with a local connection to Braintree District Council area.
Who we cannot help
People with a history of violence, arson or sex offences.
- Minimum age accepted: 16
- Maximum age accepted: 25
How to get a referral
Referral agencies
Only accept referrals from local statutory agencies including Social Services, Probation Service and Braintree District Council. Do not accept self referrals and referrals from other agencies.
Referral procedure
Application forms via the Braintree Supported Housing Joint Referral Panel. Interview including needs and stay safe assessments. Require proof of ID and background reports. Allocations committee make final decision.
Length of stay
- Minimum stay: 6 months
- Maximum stay: 2 years
Support and accommodation
Support offered
3 full time staff on duty between 8am ? 11pm and a sleep in cover between 11pm ? 8am 365 days per year. Weekly support sessions provided with Achieving Economic Wellbeing, Making A Positive Contribution, Being Healthy, Staying Safe, Enjoying & Achieving.
Rooms and charges
£8.03 pw required from residents in receipt of benefits
- Bedsit: 10
- Total spaces: 10
Facilities
- Furnishings: Rooms fully furnished.
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- Disabled facilities: None.
- Other facilities: Lounge, garden.
Rules and policies
House rules and tenure
Must engage with support provided. Compulsory residents' meetings. Alcohol and smoking permitted in rooms only. Licence Agreement.
Visitors
Between 8am-11pm. Can stay overnight, maximum twice weekly.
User participation
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Further information
Public transport
Braintree train station. Bus 352.
Is this page accurate?
If you work for Peabody Trust - Leahurst Hostel and would like to tell us about any of this information that needs updating please email the Homeless Link Information team. Please note this email address does not contact the service listed above so do not use it if you are looking for help or advice.