This year, three young people supported by Centrepoint's Bradford services, have completed their Bronze Duke of Edinburgh award. This story follows their experiences through the different stages of the award, and their journey with Centrepoint, as they move towards independence.
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.
Jess was referred to Centrepoint when due to unforeseen circumstances, she had to leave her family home. She was denied support from the council and applied to Centrepoint’s Independent Living Programme. After applying to the programme, she was quickly accepted and stayed at the rent-capped accommodation for two years. She recently bought her first home at auction and is excited to start making the place feel like her own.
Over the summer, our fantastic partner Nationwide supported a cohort of young people with a week of work experience as part of Centrepoint’s Get Set Go programme.
NB, 23, came to Centrepoint after leaving the care system and moving in with her boyfriend. After falling pregnant with their first child, her home became an unsafe and unstable environment for her and her new born and she was referred to Centrepoint. She's now thriving with her two children and getting ready to move onto their own home in the near future.
Hash, 22, came to the UK 5 years ago after moving from Pakistan. He was finding it hard to balance his university fees and paying for accommodation which left him at risk of homelessness. After speaking to a friend, he spoke to social services who referred him to Centrepoint. He is now living in his own home, where he loves cooking, working full-time and thinking about long-term career goals.
We're proud to announce a new partnership with Lambeth Council to deliver 18 affordable homes for young people aged 18 to 25 in Gipsy Hill.
Daniella, 21, came to Centrepoint after she had to leave her previous supported accommodation. After 5 months and working closely with her support team, she's now moved into her own flat with her partner and is studying for a career in childcare.
