From care to where? Care leavers’ access to accommodation
A report based on the accounts of young people who have left the care system and have navigated their way through the complex systems and processes to find a place to call home.
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What does a good professional relationship look like for homeless young people?
This reports brings together the voices of members of staff and young people to evaluate what a positive professional looks like for young people. The report offers some ideas for others to take forward in order to build and maintain positive professional relationships with young people, in order to ensure young people engage with and get the best support possible
Manifesto for homeless young people: London mayoral elections 2020
Centrepoint is calling on London Mayoral candidates to commit to taking urgent action on youth homelessness.
Exempting homeless young people and care leavers from the Shared Accommodation Rate
Under current welfare rules, thousands of vulnerable young people are at risk of homelessness, as they cannot afford to cover the cost of renting in the private rental sector. The amount of financial support someone in receipt of benefits can claim for their rent is calculated according to the Local Housing Allowance (LHA). The LHA is based on average rents in an area, and includes different rates depending on the size of the property that the claimant is thought to need. Most people under the age of 35 are only eligible for the lowest rate of LHA, the Shared Accommodation Rate. This is based on the cost of renting a room in a shared house.
Point Made Podcast - Out and Proud: Challenges around Queer identity
In this episode we discuss the realities of being LGBTQ+, female and homeless and how these identities intersect with different cultural backgrounds and upbringing.
Point Made Podcast - Rough sleeping is not a lifestyle choice
Former residents with lived experience of homelessness talk about what it's really like to sleep rough, the reasons behind it and the solutions.
Layla's Story: Dreaming of a stable life
Layla became homeless at 18. She called the Centrepoint Helpline who were able to arrange an assessment with the Homeless Prevention and Relief Service (HPRS) in Manchester. She is now living in a self-contained flat and supported by Centrepoint’s Floating Support Team.
Point Made Podcast - Mythbusting on youth homelessness
Young people with lived experience of homelessness quash some of the myths and narratives surrounding the subject.
Point Made Podcast - Young parents: how to find education, employment and training after facing homelessness
The challenges young parents experiencing homelessness face when seeking education, employment and training and where to find help.
Point Made Podcast - Young Voters: Challenging Political Apathy
Why is there so much political apathy amongst young people and what would happen if all young people voted.