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.
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Aimee's story: The apprentice
Aimee was the first apprentice recruited through the Centrepoint Apprenticeship Academy, which offers work opportunities to those with lived experience of homelessness.
Tamsin Clements
Idan's Story: A journey of healing
Idan (23) grew up in an unstable household. A particularly traumatic event resulted in her becoming homeless and led her to moving into a Centrepoint service. Now in her own place, Idan has started a journey of healing and stability.
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.
Tamsin Clements
Addi's Story: I was labelled as naughty, but now I understand myself
Addi (22), who is neurodivergent, has been living at a Centrepoint service for eight months. He became homeless following a family breakdown. Now, he's preparing to move into his own place!
Tamsin Clements
Zeph's Story: Don't be scared to ask for help
Zeph (18), who identifies as non-binary, was referred to Centrepoint’s therapeutic service for 16-18-year-old when they became homeless. They were able to attend a horticulture residential with the RHS ahead of the Chelsea Flower Show in 2023 and they are now studying Forensic Psychology at university and being supported by the Centrepoint Bursary.
Naira's Story: I felt like I couldn’t walk and Centrepoint helped me to run
In 2022, Naira (26) became homeless after escaping an abusive marriage. Centrepoint supported Naira into a home and employment . Over a year later, she is still in employment with Pret and thriving.
Ben Vaughan Centrepoint
Andrew's Story: Living at Centrepoint made me feel safe, secure and grateful
Andrew was referred to Centrepoint’s Independent Living Programme after struggling to pay rent in supported housing once he started working. After a year in ILP, he has now moved into his own flat and is about to qualify as an electrician.
Kyle's Story: 14 years on from homelessness, I'm flourishing
Kyle became homeless back in 2011 when he was just 16. Family difficulties meant he wasn’t able to stay at home, so he began his journey with Centrepoint. 14 years on he is still proudly involved with Centrepoint and hopes to help a new generation of young people experiencing homelessness.
Sanya's Story: Having my voice heard has been powerful for me
Sanya became homeless at 18 after a bereavement triggered a family breakdown. She lived with relatives for a short period before presenting as homeless to her local council and eventually being referred to Centrepoint where she has received holistic support in a number of areas. Three years later, she is in her own home and recently graduated with a first class honours.