Youth Homelessness

Program Objective

The Youth Homelessness Program aims to support young people aged between 16-25 who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. Young people are assessed for transitional accommodation or outreach support, which aims to provide a safe, secure and supported environment in order to address those issues that have impacted upon their homelessness. Young people are encouraged and supported to work towards identified goals which may include education, training, employment or community linkages. This is achieved through case planning and intensive case management where each client is treated with respect and awarded the opportunity through holistic support and intervention.

Program Philosophy

To provide medium term, supported accommodation for young people at risk of or experiencing homelessness that allows them to work towards obtaining and successfully maintaining independent accommodation.

Criteria

• 15 - 25 years old
• homeless or at risk of homeless

Catchment Area

Eastern Metropolitan Region.

Time / Days of Operation

Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm

Cost

No Cost.

Referrals to the Program

Vacancies are listed on Opening Doors Register.

Activities / Services of the Program

The Youth Homelessness program can help with:

• Establishing effective links within your local communities and access to specialist support services;
• Providing case management services;
• Assisting you to explore long-term housing options;
• Exploring family reconciliation and mediation.