Young People

We support young people aged between 16 and 25 by encouraging them to focus on their strengths and build positive support networks to achieve their aspirations, whether that is returning to education, finding meaningful work or making new friendships.

Our services have a range of specialisms, including supporting young people who are:

Care leavers
Overcoming addiction
Young parents

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Our services for young people include supported housing services and three Foyers, accredited by the Foyer Federation, which provide a safe place for young people to live, learn and make the transition to independent adulthood.

We also offer move-on services to help residents find and maintain their own independent accommodation, as well as floating support or community outreach services where we provide one-to-one or group support to young people in the community (who don’t live in our properties).

All support is tailored to each person’s individual needs, through a structured care and support plan, which uses the Young Person’s Star model to encourage each person to take control of their lives and work towards achieving their personal goals. Support is focused on eight areas:

Accommodation
Work and learning
People and support
Health
How you feel
Choices and behaviour
Money and rent
Practical life skills

View our Young People services

Young Person's Life Story: Jessica

Life at SSL's Banbury Foyer proved to be a turning point for Jessica Young in overcoming substance abuse and gaining her own independence.

Read Jessica's story

Homelessness Life Story: Chelsea Bell

A teen who overcame homelessness and an eating disorder following her time in supported housing has been inspired to pursue a career in youth work.

Read Chelsea's story

Latest news from our Young People services

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Young people

9 October 2018

National youth work award for Brighton’s Jan

A Brighton woman whose work with young people in the city has boosted their political engagement has been recognised for her efforts with a national award.