Registered Charity No 1094570
Company Limited by Guarantee No 4462901
Supported Housing
What is Foyer Accommodation?
Foyer Accommodation is furnished temporary accommodation with support provided by our staff to help you become more independent. In addition to signing an occupancy agreement we expect residents to agree with support staff an individual action plan with realistic goals aimed at increasing independence and participating in education, employment or training. We will help our residents to find their own tenancy usually after a stay of 6-9 months.
Where is the Foyer Accommodation?
Our Foyer Accommodation is in Morpeth and Pegswood. This consists of a three bedroom shared house in Morpeth and three self contained bedsits in Pegswood which are suitable for temporary move on accommodation.
Who is the Accommodation aimed at?
Our Foyer Accommodation is aimed at 16-25 year olds who would benefit from a period of support and who are willing to agree an action plan aimed at getting into education, employment or training and gaining greater independence If you think you do not need any support - the foyer is probably not suitable for you.
What are the costs and how do I pay?
The Foyer Accommodation costs are broken down into Support Costs which are funded by Northumberland Care Trust, or possibly Social Services if you are a Care Leaver; Housing Costs which you are responsible for but you may be able to claim Housing Benefit for and Personal Service costs (for water, heating lighting and TV) which you will either have to pay direct to us or to the service company.
How do I apply?
We try to keep the accommodation fully occupied - this means that we try and move a new housemate in once a previous housemate moves on. New residents are selected from a list of applicants who have completed an application form and have met our staff to talk through expectations.
Phone Sandra Miller for an informal chat on 01670 511 033 or complete an application form and return it to us.
Application Forms (MS WORD) (PDF)
Young Person's Guide (Supported Housing)