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Emma’s story: I’m so happy that I came here

Sophie Hornby

Emma, 17, came to Centrepoint after experiencing a breakdown in the relationship with her mum, which meant she had to leave the family home. She began sofa surfing, moving between family and friends, and occasionally spending nights on buses. Her social worker became aware of her living situation and made a referral to Centrepoint and soon she was moved into her own flat within a supported home. Despite only being at the home for a few weeks, Emma has settled in well to her new space is already taking strides towards finding a job and becoming independent in the future.

Jason's story: From helpline to home

Tamsin Clements

When Jason became homeless during the pandemic, he called the Centrepoint Helpline who referred him into our Homelessness Prevention & Relief Service (HPRS) in. Once he had a roof over his head, Jason was able to find employment in a residential care home. Jason is now looking forward to going to university and finding a permanent home of his own.

Beyond the numbers: The scale of youth homelessness

21st February 2023 Alessandro Nicoletti, Senior Policy, Research and Databank Officer

Our research estimates that 129,000 young people approached their council because they were homeless or at risk in the financial year 2021/2022.

Being homeless in winter

13th December 2022 Pascale Day, Senior Editorial & Web Officer

Our research shows that in the year 2020/21, 122,000 young people in the UK approached their council for help as they were currently homeless or at risk of homelessness – a 40% rise in the last four years.

More than a number: scale of youth homelessness revealed

3rd May 2018 Hannah Webster, Research and Databank Officer

Our research estimates 86,000 young people asked for help from their local council in 2016-17 because they're homeless or at risk.

The Homelessness Reduction Act: will it work for young people?

16th May 2018 Abigail Gill, Policy and Research Manager

The new legislation marks a real turning point in the fight to tackle and ultimately prevent homelessness. Abigail Gill, Centrepoint’s Policy and Research Manager, describes why it’s the most significant change in homelessness policy for decades.

The Homelessness Reduction Act: one year on

7th March 2019 Vicky Nevin, Public Affairs Officer

Vicky Nevin, Centrepoint’s Public Affairs Officer, and Ffion from our Helpline Team discuss the roll out of legislation aimed at reducing homelessness and what more can be done.

Life saving advice for rough sleepers

8th May 2019 Abigail Gill, Policy and Research Manager

If you met a young person who was homeless or at risk, would you know how to help them? Most people wouldn’t, and there’s a reason for that - homelessness is a complex issue, and every young person’s situation is different. But there are a few simple things you can do that could change someone’s life.

Coming to sleep out 2019? Here’s everything you need to know…

31st October 2019 Pascale Day, Senior Editorial and Web Officer

Our annual Sleep Out is fast approaching, and we’re looking forward to seeing both new and familiar faces peeking out of sleeping bags this year. But where are we setting up base in 2019? And what do you need to bring with you? Whether you’re an SO aficionado or new to the tradition, here’s everything you need to know about this year’s event…

The government must act now to end youth homelessness

20th February 2023 Megan Evans, Media Officer

Neil Jones, professional dancer from Strictly Come Dancing; Vicky Pattison, influencer, podcast host and TV star; Rhys Connah, Ryan from Happy Valley; and Gurlaine Kaur Garcha, who plays Ash from Eastenders, joined forces to highlight the truth about youth homelessness.