Every young person experiencing homelessness has a unique story to tell. With our support, they can find safety, stability, and a chance to rebuild their lives. But more than that, we work hard to ensure that every young person has the opportunity to reach their potential, the skills to advocate for themselves, and the motivation to be a positive part of their community.
Explore their powerful stories to see the impact of our work.
Ellen’s story
For the first time in her life, Ellen feels safe—and proud. After years of instability, abuse, and constant moves, she’s found not just a roof over her head, but a community that values her voice. From joining a band to helping shape services for others, Ellen is proof that even the most turbulent beginnings don’t have to define the ending.
John’s story
John’s home life, like many young people who face homelessness, wasn’t easy. At just 16, and after years of abuse, he felt he had no choice but to leave. After receiving support from Depaul UK he is now moving into his own flat for the first time and plans to study Paramedic Science at university.
Sofia’s story
Sofia knows what it’s like to be excluded for who you are. Forced to leave home after coming out as Trans, she found herself without support, safety, or stability. Today, with support from Depaul UK, she’s not just rebuilding her life—she’s helping shape how we support other young LGBTQ+ people in our services.
Oliver’s story
Oliver had known from a young age that he was gay, but when, aged 14, he found the courage to tell his family and community, they turned on him. At 18, no longer safe at home, he left. Now, Oliver is living his dream. He’s an artist in residence and is shaping the future not just for himself, but for others.
Paige’s Journey: Finding Home, One Muddy Boot at a Time
With pink-and-purple streaked hair, oversized glasses, and a calm confidence beyond her years, Paige radiates creative energy and quiet determination. She’s a teenager with big dreams and a growing sense of what it really means to feel at home — and for Paige that also means having a place in a hallway to keep her muddy boots.
Darren’s story
Darren has a new haircut, a new flat and a new outlook on life. Looking at him now, it’s hard to believe he spent the winter living in a tent on the streets of Middlesbrough.
Mo’s story
Mo, 21, is married with a young child and works as a full-time HGV driver. But it wasn’t that long ago that he had no job and nowhere to live. Until he found Nightstop…
Ali’s story
Ali is a newly qualified electrician with a new set of tools and ambition for the future. His journey has been long – fleeing Sudan at just 13, he lost his family and his culture, yet his resilience to rebuild his life and start again has been remarkable.
Jack’s story
Jack’s feeling good. He’s recently learnt how to manage his wellbeing and has improved his confidence with training and support. It’s a big change. Once so depressed, Jack’s relationship with his family became so strained, he had to leave home.