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Ending youth homelessness together: youth homelessness in the UK 2022: a short review
- Author:
- CENTREPOINT
- Publisher:
- Centrepoint
- Publication year:
- 2022
- Pagination:
- 26
- Place of publication:
- London
This scoping review sets out the case for why ending youth homelessness needs to be a public and political priority. The report focuses on the causes and impacts of youth homelessness on individuals, as well as its impact on wider society. Findings include: over the last five years, there has been a significant increase in the number of young people approaching local authorities for support; and one of the main causes of homelessness in England was due to relationship breakdowns leading to family no longer willing or able to accommodate young people (49%). Lack of support for those experiencing mental health issues was also noted as a cause of youth homelessness, with prevalence of poor mental health being significantly higher (88% of 90 participants taking part in the study) than the general population. Recommendations to reduce barriers for young people include: ensuring that young people are able to access the levels of income needed through employment or social security systems; and providing person-centred support through youth-focused support networks and organisations. (Edited publisher abstract)
The changing face of youth homelessness: trends in homeless young people's support needs
- Author:
- CENTREPOINT
- Publisher:
- Centrepoint
- Publication year:
- 2010
- Pagination:
- 30p.
- Place of publication:
- London
Youth homelessness is usually more than just a housing problem, and is experienced in conjunction with a range of other problems and needs to create a web of disadvantage. For example, mental health problems and experiences of care increase young people’s chances of using illegal drugs and having a history of offending. This research investigated the complex support needs of homeless young people. It aimed to map the nature of homeless young people’s support needs and how they interrelate, as well as trends over time. It also looked at how effectively these needs are being met, and identified gaps in current provision. A snapshot needs assessment survey collecting data on the support needs of every young person at Centrepoint was conducted and interviews were completed with frontline and management staff from youth homelessness services across the country. This report considers the results with regard to: education and employment; health and well-being; substance misuse; and destructive behaviour. The report concludes that it is vital that the Government and local authorities acknowledge and address homeless young people’s complex needs when developing strategies and making funding decisions, to ensure that this vulnerable group are not further marginalised.