Accommodation

Your Homes Newcastle - Young People's Service Hostel

Who is the project for?

Who do we help?

Young single homeless people aged 16-21. Must have a local connection to the Newcastle area.

Who we cannot help

All cases are reviewed on a case by case basis andthe needs of other residents is also included

Gender

Mixed

Minimum age accepted

16

Maximum age accepted

21

How to get a referral

Referral agencies

Only accept referrals from the Housing Advice Centre, Newcastle and Gateway scheme.

Referral procedure

Phone Housing Advice Centre Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri 10am-12 noon and 1pm-4pm, Weds 1pm-4pm. Out of hours phone 0191 232 8520. Application form and interview.

Length of stay

Minimum stay

None

Maximum stay

2 Years

Support and accommodation

Support offered

5 full time staff, 2 night time staff, 24 hour waking cover. Keywork system, with weekly meetings. Staff provide support around independent living skills, benefits, access to employment, education and training. Residents must participate in 12 week training programme.

Total spaces

10

Units

Including 4 spaces for women.

Further information

Public transport

Regent Centre Metro and bus station - 2 minutes walk.