We share the stories of those with lived experience of homelessness and those working to end it. Through these voices, we raise awareness, inform research and raise funds to support young people and to end youth homelessness.
Momo, 20, found Centrepoint after a family breakdown left him in a precarious situation of rough sleeping and sofa surfing. With the support of the Rough Sleeper's Team, he's now settled into his new home and working towards his dream of one day owning a garage.
Aman, 25, came to UK as a refugee from Eritrea and after receiving his status was forced to rough sleep. He was supported by the Rough Sleeper's Team in Manchester who found him a place in a supported accommodation and the Jobs and Education Team who helped him into a new job.
Isabelle, 24, was due to give birth when she found herself at risk of homelessness. Through Centrepoint's Rent Deposit Guarantee Scheme, she was able to find a home for her and her newborn and is now setting up her own beauty business.
Tiah, 18, came to Centrepoint following some difficulties in the relationship with her mum. After living in care until her 18th birthday she was referred to Centrepoint. Her skills and confidence have gone from strength to strength and she's now looking forward to an independent future.
Lolo, 23, was referred to Centrepoint support by her social worker following a year of sofa surfing. She was struggling to find somewhere affordable and appropriate for her and her one-year-old and was just about to give birth to her second child. She is now settled into her new home with both of her children and is excited for them to grow together as a family.
Mr B, 20, came to the UK from Sudan in 2024 and was moved to Manchester shortly after he arrived. However after getting his refugee status he was evicted from his hotel and began rough sleeping. He reached out to Centrepoint for support and who helped him to get stable accommodation. He is now starting a new job and thinking about his future.
Miss Lartey came to Centrepoint after a family breakdown and was supported by a few organisations to help her find a home and live an independent life. She is now a pillar of her local community, starting up her own charity called Naala’s House, which aims to empower communities, combat poverty and create sustainable and long-lasting change.
Akhida, 26, came to the UK from Bangladesh at 16, following an arranged marriage. However, she soon had to flee her home due to domestic abuse and the council referred her to Centrepoint for floating support. Akhida is now working full time and looking to go to university to help her become a social worker.
Chloe, 23, came to Centrepoint a year ago when her mum was taken to hospital after suffering a stroke. Following a family breakdown, Chloe sofa surfed with a cousin, until she was referred to Centrepoint for support. She's now about to start an apprenticeship with the local authority and looking to move into a place of her own.
Raza, 20, came to Centrepoint following a family breakdown where he ended up sofa surfing. He's now completed his SIA security training and is looking forward to a future in security.
Lily, 20, reached out the helpline after she was kicked out of her partner’s sister’s home. She sofa surfed with a family friend who recommended she called the Helpline and Lily reached out for support. She’s now living in shared accommodation and is excited to have a space of her own.
BP, 19, was referred to Centrepoint by his social work team three years ago. After a series of injuries stopped his career in football, he's recently completed his security training and is now looking for roles that work for him.
