Accommodation

Emmaus Lancashire - Burnley

Who is the project for?

Who do we help?

People at risk of or with experience of homelessness. You do not need a local connection to apply. Emmaus provides people with a home and an individualised package of support. The charity accepts individuals over the age of 18 who would like to make a change in their lives, develop existing skills (or learn new ones) and gain some work experience.

Gender

Mixed

Minimum age accepted

Maximum age accepted

How to get a referral

Referral agencies

Emmaus accepts applications from people, friends and family directly, as well as referrals from any agency. You can get in touch with the charity by email at referrals@emmausburnley.org.uk or you can select this Emmaus on the online application form here https://emmaus.org.uk/get-help/apply/

Referral procedure

An application form online, paper form or by requesting a call back.

Length of stay

Minimum stay

1-3 Months

Maximum stay

None

Support and accommodation

Support offered

Everyone has their own support worker and regular support sessions. Each person has an individualised support plan based on their strengths and needs, which people can review with their support worker regularly. Support workers provide advice and support with any issues people may be experiencing. Help is provided to access courses, which can be vocational or non-vocational, and to move on from the charity when people are ready.

Total spaces

Units

En-suite rooms, which are fully furnished. Communal areas open to all including a kitchen dining area, a games room and TV/computer lounge.