Can you open your home and encourage a young person on their journey to independence?
Help young adults in your community build skills and confidence by becoming a Supported Lodgings Host.
“It’s a really enjoyable and rewarding experience to do something, such as Supported Lodgings, for another person”
What is Supported Lodgings?
Supported Lodgings means providing a safe and supportive home for young people aged 16-24 as they take their first steps towards independent living. This can make an enormous difference at an important time in a young person’s life.
Some of the young people may be care leavers, whilst others may be separated children seeking asylum. They may need guidance with developing life skills such as cooking, doing laundry or entering education or work.
Who can become a Host?
To become a Supported Lodgings Host, you need to meet a few simple criteria, such as having a spare bedroom and being able to provide a safe and caring home. It is a flexible and fulfilling way to make a difference, as Hosts can continue to work full time.
What support do Supported Lodgings Hosts receive?
Hosts receive weekly financial support, with allowances starting at £240.
We offer in-depth training, including specialist psychological support, and ongoing guidance from our friendly and experienced Supported Lodgings team.
Ready to make an impact?
Our team would love to hear from you. Email us at supportedlodgings18@bcpcouncil.gov.uk to get in touch.
Case Studies
Many people are deterred from fostering as they think that only very particular kinds of people can foster but this simply isn’t true. What we are looking for in BCP from our foster carers is somebody who has the right qualities to give children and young people the secure, caring environment they need.
Who needs fostering?
Just like our foster carers, our children are all ages and from all backgrounds. Around two-fifths of children in care are aged 11 to 15 years. Finding foster carers for teenagers is a key priority for us at BCP Council.
Be a part of our fostering community
Our carers never feel unsupported and have identified that one of the most important aspects to them is a sense of a ‘fostering community’ with a team of experienced professionals and a foster care buddy scheme. If you would like to know more – please call us on 01202 123 345 or fill in our online form.