Accommodation

Depaul UK - Callcott Road

Who is the project for?

Who do we help?

Young single homeless people aged 16-25 who have support needs in areas such as life skills or budgeting, and who have a local connection to LB Brent. Target 50% women and 45% people from black and minority ethnic groups.

Who we cannot help

Those with a recent history of violence. Those who have been unable to sustain hostel accommodation. People unable to cope with the low levels of support offered by the project.

Gender

Mixed

Minimum age accepted

16

Maximum age accepted

25

How to get a referral

Referral agencies

Named agency referrals via Brent START Plus Team.

Referral procedure

Phone Mon-Fri 9am-5pm. Form completed by applicant and referring agency. Interview. Require proof of last 6 months rent payments. Require proof of ID.

Length of stay

Minimum stay

3-6 Months

Maximum stay

2 Years

Support and accommodation

Support offered

One part time member of staff available at on-site office for 15 hours per week Mon-Fri (hours vary), emergency on-call system. Compulsory monthly keywork sessions. Action plan with agreed outcomes, reviewed every 6 months. Assist residents to set up and maintain benefits claims and develop independent living skills.

Total spaces

6

Further information

Public transport

Kilburn tube - 10 minutes walk. Bus 98.