Accommodation

Centrepoint - Widecombe Close

Who is the project for?

Who do we help?

Semi independent living for 18 – 24 year olds who are looked after young people in Social Services/ Leaving Care Team from the London Bourough of Havering. Applicants must have a connection to Havering.

Who we cannot help

History of arson, violence, sex, or schedule 1 offence. Needs too high.

Gender

Mixed

Minimum age accepted

Maximum age accepted

How to get a referral

Referral agencies

Only accept referrals from LB Havering, Looked After, Children Services Placement Team.

Referral procedure

Referral form completed by applicant and the London Borough of Havering Leaving Care Team, Placements Team. Require background information from referral agency, including probation and psychiatric reports if applicable. Interview.

Length of stay

Minimum stay

≤ 1 Year

Maximum stay

2 Years

Support and accommodation

Support offered

3.5 staff on rota with waking night Conciarge, 24 hour waking cover. Supported Housing Officers on site. Support and development plan with agreed outcomes, reviewed regularly. Expected to engage in on-site learning services eg job search, careers advice, computer training (ECDL), life skills and learning workshops.