Accommodation

Squared - male hostel

Who is the project for?

Who do we help?

Single homeless men with support needs, including those with alcohol, drug or mental health problems who have some existing support. Priority given to those with a local connection to Luton.

Who we cannot help

People with support needs which cannot be met by the project. People who present an unacceptable risk. Arsonists and those with a recent history of violence.

Gender

Men

Minimum age accepted

16

Maximum age accepted

65

How to get a referral

Referral agencies

Accept self referrals and referrals from any agency.

Referral procedure

Call in, phone Mon-Fri 9am-5pm or write for application form, completed by applicant (and referral agency if applicable). Interview, needs and risk assessment. Require proof of ID for eligibility for benefits, eg NI card, passport.

Length of stay

Minimum stay

1-3 Months

Maximum stay

2 Years

Support and accommodation

Support offered

1 full time and 1 part time staff, waking night cover. Keywork system with meetings held weekly. Support plans reviewed monthly. Staff offer advice and support with independent living skills, health issues, liaising with specialist support agencies.

Total spaces

10

Units

Single rooms

Further information

Public transport

Project within walking distance or bus ride to town centre, Luton Railway Station and local amenities and facilities.