Supported lodgings for young people
Hosting
Many young people need a safe place to call home. Through our network of hosts we provide supported lodgings arrangements for those aged 16-23 giving them the security they need to build a brighter future.
“I came into this country as a refugee and I experienced tremendous kindness. I really benefited from people being there for me so I had this idea to support somebody like I was supported. My own wellbeing has just been great; the focus and attention on something other than just work and having that sense of purpose. Please, just do it!”
Dalibor
Hear from one of our hosts
Hear from one of our young people
How does the matching process work?
Careful matching
We spend a long time getting to know you, and your family, and any young person that might be ‘matched’ with you. Even after a suitable match has been identified, you will still meet the young person at least twice before deciding whether to move forward with the lodging arrangement.
How much money will I receive?
Guaranteed rent
We guarantee your rental remittance for the time that the young person is living with you. This is usually between £600 and £800 per month depending on location.
Are the young people safe?
Background Checks
All our young people are referred by professionals in the field who must recommend their suitability for supported lodgings. We also spend a significant amount of time getting to know the young people and conducting additional background checks including references.
What support will I receive?
Support
As a host you can access significant wrap-around support including 24/7 on-call support as well as opportunities to meet and talk with other hosts.
How long does a young person stay?
Flexibility
You can commit to hosting a young person for between 3-24 months. There are also regular opportunities to review the hosting experience once a young person is with you.
Can I continue to work and go on holiday?
Independence
Hosts are expected to continue with their usual routines including work, social life and holidays. During extended times away young people are either supervised by Concrete Rose staff or able to temporarily live with alternative hosts.
What will the young person be doing?
Engagement
We expect all our young people to be meaningfully engaged in education, employment (paid or voluntary) and training. Where this isn’t the case we put in extra support to ensure this happens.
How much support do I need to give?
Support
The idea of supported lodgings is to prepare young people for independent living. Therefore, the young person will probably need a little support and guidance in developing the necessary skills – including cooking, managing finances etc – but does not need to be supervised at all times.
Application process
Initial enquiry
Application
Home visits
Training
Host approval
Pairing
Daniel & Sarah
“We have found it a really interesting experience and it feels like a ‘good fit’ for us. We are still getting to know our young person and have discovered this isn’t a simple linear process but has ups and downs along the way. The training and support provided by Concrete Rose have been excellent. We are learning lots about ourselves and enjoying the challenge so far.”
Becoming a host is straightforward and hugely rewarding. You can find out more about the benefits of hosting here. To start your hosting journey please complete the form below and one of our team will be in touch:
If you’d prefer to contact us directly please use: info@concreterose.co.uk or 07881926728
Become a host
Interested in finding out more about hosting? Check out our ‘Information for hosts‘
