Overview
About us
Thurrock Teenage Parents Supported Housing has 9 bedrooms, 7 one-bedroom flats and 2 two-bedroom flats, spread across 4 shared houses.
We provide support for single young people aged 16 to 25, who are pregnant, or have a child or children. We encourage young parents to develop their skills, increase their self-confidence and live as independently as possible.
- Staff on-site during the day
- Short-term supported housing for up to two years
- Communal facilities including a lounge, kitchen and garden
Accommodation
Location
In a quiet, residential area of Thurrock, close to shops, supermarkets, nurseries, local colleges and public transport links to the town centre and London.
Accommodation type
9 bedrooms, 7 one-bedroom flats and 2 two-bedroom flats.
Communal areas
All houses have a communal lounge, kitchen bathroom and garden.
Safety and security
Staff office on-site, CCTV and a secure door access system to ensure residents’ safety and security.
Technology
We can provide assistive technology for extra safety and reassurance, which can be purchased at additional cost.
Rental agreement type
All rooms are let on a licence agreement and all flats are let on an assured shorthold tenancy agreement.
Support
Applying
Am I eligible?
To be eligible for a place at Thurrock Teenage Parents Supported Housing, applicants must:
- Be single and aged 16 to 25
- Be pregnant, or have a child or children
- Clients must have a five-year connection to the borough
How do I apply?
To apply directly, please complete the enquiry form below and ask for an application form. We also accept referrals from the housing team at Thurrock Council. All support needs will be assessed before an application is accepted.
If you have any questions about the support services we provide, please contact us using the form below, or call 01375 394 668 during office hours.