In their words

How service staff have helped:

'Always being there for me - very approachable'.

Allowed me to spend full days with them, this helped me to gain a greater insight into the service'.

Comments from young people using the service:

'It’s really important that you choose the right provider and are sure you can keep the house rules'.

'We all want respect but it works both ways. You show it and you’ll get it back whilst you’re in supported lodgings'.

'It’s hard when you have to set up home on your own. I was 20 because I stayed with my carers, the service helped me to access my leaving care grant and gave me good advice. I’m glad I didn’t have to leave when I was 16'.

'I have been pleased with the support offered by Barnardo’s, they respect your space and privacy but are there to advise when you need them'.

'I feel Barnardo’s have offered the right level of support, they’ve been there to offer advice and support when I’ve needed it but will leave you alone if you don’t'.

The best thing about being a supported lodgings provider:

'Being able to give something back to the community by helping young people who need it'.

'Helping the young people gain skills people usually take for granted'.

The most positive thing you have been able to do for a young person:

'Being able to be that certain person for them in time of need, sometimes you are the only person for them'.