Young Parents Program

How we help

The Young Parents Program is provided in the form of case management and addresses individual factors contributing to the risk of homelessness with a strong focus on the needs of the children and family unit.

Our person-centred case plans include:

• a trauma informed approach
• support the independent decisions made by the family while providing relevant information and referrals
• advocacy
• positive role modelling
• strengthening life skills

Who do we support?

Young Parents Program meets the specialist need of persons aged 25 and under who are parents and are at risk of, or experiencing, homelessness.

The Facts (2021-22)

• Young parents supported are typically aged between 20–29 years old, with children under 9 years
• 75% of young parents who are supported are female
• 80% of young parents require support mainly due to a relationship/family breakdown
• 24% of young parents require support mainly due to inadequate or inappropriate dwelling conditions
• 17% of young parents require support mainly due to housing crisis (eviction)

 

How to find help

All referrals for accommodation and support are required to come through Onelink, the centralised intake point for all homelessness services in the ACT, who can be contacted on 1800 176 468.

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