Accommodation

Newmarket Open Door - Portland House

Who is the project for?

Who do we help?

Young adults aged 18–24 experiencing homelessness, instability or hardship with low to medium support needs. Priority may be given to applicants with a local connection to West Suffolk/East Cambridgeshire district, but this is not exclusive.

Gender

Mixed

Minimum age accepted

Maximum age accepted

How to get a referral

Referral agencies

Accept self referrals and referrals from any agency. Many referrals come from East Cambridgeshire District Council, and the Probation Service. Also work with Suffolk HRS and West Suffolk Lettings Partnership.

Referral procedure

Phone daily 9am-5pm. Application form. Interview. Require proof of ID, references and background information.

Length of stay

Minimum stay

None

Maximum stay

2 Years

Support and accommodation

Support offered

Newmarket Open Door provides supported accommodation for young adults aged 18–24 alongside practical and emotional support to help residents move towards greater independence and stability. Support includes: One-to-one support and key working, independent living and budgeting support, support with education, training and employment, emotional wellbeing support, tenancy and resettlement support, signposting and partnership working with external agencies. In addition to supported accommodation, Newmarket Open Door also operates a Foodbank, and Charity Superstore supporting individuals and families across the local community.