Supported Lodgings

Who can be a supported lodgings provider?

We require people from all walks of life, and from all cultural and ethnic backgrounds to become supported lodgings providers. After all, the young people also come from diverse backgrounds and it is important that this is reflected in the lodgings that are available to them. Being a supported lodgings provider is not about having particular qualifications, it's about having the special skills and qualities that will make young people feel welcome, comfortable and secure. It may be that you have these skills and qualities we are looking for because you have raised children of your own, or because you have previous experience of working with young people. All that we ask in addition is that you are in good health, have a spare room and are willing to share your home with a young person.

You must:

• Get on with teenagers and enjoy their company
• Be warm, caring and patient
• Have a good understanding of the issues facing young people and are prepared to be advocates for them
• Want to make a positive difference in a young person's life

In return we offer:

• Support
• Training
• Allowances

 The Assessment Process

All supported lodgings providers will be assessed as a foster carer, including criminal background and health checks, and must be able to provide references.