Accommodation

St Vincent De Paul - Supported Accommodation

Who is the project for?

Who do we help?

Single homeless people aged over 25. Priority given to those with a local connection to Newcastle.

Who we cannot help

Unmanaged addictions. Needs too high. Danger to self or others.

Gender

Mixed

Minimum age accepted

25

Maximum age accepted

99

How to get a referral

Referral agencies

Accept named agency referrals only. Priority given to referrals via the Newcastle Gateway.

Referral procedure

Contact the Gateway on 019 1277 1711 or email gateway@newcastle.gov.uk. Call project 24 hours. Require proof of identity. Application form and interview.

Length of stay

Minimum stay

None

Maximum stay

2 Years

Support and accommodation

Support offered

4 full time and 4 part time staff, 24 hour cover. Residents meet regularly with a support worker who helps to develop and monitor individual support plans. Staff provide help with budgeting, money advice, benefits, hygiene, advocacy, social and living skills, finding employment and working to find own accommodation.

Total spaces

21

Units

Supported accommodation - 12 en suite rooms / apartments for men. 3 apartments for women. 6 move-on flats for men or women.

Further information

Public transport

Metro 5 minutes walk away, all local buses stop outside the door.