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Supported Lodgings 

WHAT IS SUPPORTED LODGINGS

Supported Lodgings is when you stay with a host family, couple, or single person in their home. You’ll have your own room and be part of their household, while still getting the support you need to live independently. It’s a safe place to stay where you can feel at home, learn new skills, and get advice on things like managing money, going to college or work, and building confidence. 

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How it works

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    1. GETTING TO KNOW YOU

    Before you move in, our Accommodation team takes the time to learn about you, your dreams, and your support needs. This helps us make sure you’re matched with the right Host.  

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    2. FINDING THE RIGHT HOST

    We carefully match you with a Host, thinking about their skills, where they live, and their availability.  

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    3. PAPERWORK AND FORMS

    There are a few forms to complete, but we’ll help you every step of the way.  

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    4. MEET AND GREET

    You visit the Host home, see your potential room, meet the people you might live with, and ask any questions.  

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    5. MOVING IN AND SUPPORT

    Once everything is ready, you move in. You’ll have a Support Worker from Young Devon who helps you settle in, build independence, and work on things like finances, education, wellbeing, and life skills. 

OUR WORK DOESN’T END ON MOVE-IN DAY

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Every young person in Supported Lodgings is allocated a Support Worker; who is there for them, and helps them to move forward. Support Workers aren’t just people to talk to if things aren’t going well, they help young people develop the skills that they need to live successful independent lives. They assist young people with their finances, they help young people re-engage with education and they support young people to access wellbeing advice or support they might need.   

We want each young person to have an opportunity to live their life to the full whilst they are with us, and we are passionate about helping them thrive. If you think that Supported Lodgings can help you or someone you know, or if you are interested in becoming a Host and want to know more, click the button below.

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WELCOME PACK

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Are you a young person who has joined Supported Lodgings? Download our welcome Pack, to help you settle in.

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