Homelessness
The definition of homelessness means not having a home. It includes rough sleeping but can also include those in accommodation which is unsuitable for their needs. You count as homeless if you are:
Staying with friends or family
Staying in a hostel, night shelter or B&B
Squatting (because you have no legal right to stay)
At risk of violence or abuse in your home
Living in poor conditions that affect your health.
Living apart from your family because you don't have a place to live together
What we do
We encourage a good relationship to those training with STC Group, therefore concerns around homelessness can be identified and shared with STC Group
We have a good relationship with the mentors to our apprentices and encourage them to speak to us regularly and voice their concerns
We encourage a good relationship with the parents and carers of our apprentices and encourage them to voice any concerns relating to homelessness.
We can provide you with Food Bank Vouchers if you are struggling to afford the essentials
We review our learners' welfare via telephone reviews
We involve other agencies if we have concerns.
What I will do
I will recognise if I am at risk of becoming homeless and I will speak to someone and ask for help.
I will talk to someone if my housing situation is causing my physical or mental health to deteriorate.
I know that I can report my concerns to the Safeguarding Team at STC Group
IF YOU ARE WORRIED OR HAVE ANY CONCERNS,
CALL THE SAFEGUARDING
TEAM ON: 0345 565 2656
EMAIL: SAFEGUARDING@THESTCGROUP.CO.UK
