Supported accommodation

We offer safe and supported accommodation with wrap-around support for young people aged 16–25 who are experiencing, or at risk of, homelessness.


Everyone deserves a safe and stable home – but for too many young people, this simply isn’t the reality.  

Our supported accommodation provides more than just shelter. We offer a safe place to call home while empowering young people to develop the skills, resilience and confidence to move forward with their lives.


I remember getting there, and I was like – ‘I’ve got an entire room! And a bathroom!’ I had such a good night’s sleep. For the first time in a long time, I felt safe. It made me feel like a person.
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How It Works

We run supported accommodation in London and the South East, the North East and Northwest of England, in partnership with local authorities. 

We specialise in working in communities where poverty and unemployment have resulted in a cycle of social exclusion and high levels of homelessness. 

Our accommodation services are typically small, shared homes with communal kitchens and living areas that foster connection and a sense of community. 

Each resident has a dedicated progression coach who helps them develop the skills, confidence and resilience to live independently – from budgeting and cooking to accessing education, training and employment. 


Spotlight on the London Youth Hub

“I like to think we’re a springboard into the rest of their lives”

The London Youth Hub offers short-term safe and secure accommodation for young people at risk of street homelessness. Luton Sinfield, Service Manager, explains why homelessness should be something people pass through before getting on with the rest of their lives.


The Impact

Last year, we provided safe and supported accommodation for 584 people facing homelessness, and 84% of people living in our supported accommodation successfully moved on to appropriate longer-term housing. 

Supported accommodation is more than a roof over a young person’s head – it offers a foundation for a brighter future. 

With stable housing and tailored support, young people facing homelessness can build life skills, grow in confidence and plan for what comes next. It’s a vital step in breaking the cycle of homelessness – providing not just safety and stability, but the tools to move forward and thrive. 


Accommodation pack

Each client who benefits from a Depaul UK service is provided with a comprehensive welcome pack, which includes essential information about the support available to them, details of their rights and responsibilities, contact information for key staff members, and guidance on how to access additional resources and services