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Supported Lodgings Provider
At 16-21 years old, most young people are not ready to go out into the world alone, without any support. Could you welcome a young person into your home and support them on a positive journey into adulthood and independence?
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What being a Supported Lodgings Provider involves
- Offering support, guidance and a room in your home to a young person in care aged 16+
- Providing support with tasks such as learning to cook a meal, helping to manage their finances, plan for the future or use public transport
What you'll need to be a Supported Lodgings Provider
- Carers can be in employment but would need to be generally available to the young person
- A spare bedroom for sole use of the young person
- A general understanding of (and potentially experience of dealing with) some of the needs and issues facing many young people
- Patience and a commitment to provide a supportive, encouraging and safe environment
What we offer our Supported Lodgings Providers
- £240.00 allowance per week, per young person whilst they stay with you
- Access to a wealth of training and qualifications
- Ongoing, regular support from our team
Want to find out more?
We'd love to hear from you.