Frequently asked questions

Q. How do I volunteer in the project?

A. Contact us and we will send out information, and then visit you to take it further.

Q. How can you be sure your volunteers who provide places to stay are safe to stay with?

A. All these people have training and go through an assessment with several checks, including Criminal Record Bureau checks, and references. All the information gathered is then compiled into a report and considered by an independent panel. Only if they are satisfied will the person be accepted.

Q. Who can be referred to the project?

A. Young people don’t need a referral to see the advice workers and can just turn up to the open advice sessions. We can’t arrange a place to live for those under 16 years of age but will talk to them about their choices.

For the parts of the project offering accommodation we accept young people over 16 years of age who can be referred by many local agencies. If you aren’t involved with another agency, you can see the advice team who will help you.

If you don’t know what to do, just ask us.