The document discusses the work of the Youth Unit in preparing, educating, and supporting young people regarding housing issues. The Youth Unit aims to raise awareness of youth homelessness, promote housing education, and influence policies to meet young people's needs. It does this through various resources like booklets, magazines, online tools, and training for workers. The resources provide practical information over 10 steps on issues like budgeting, rights and responsibilities, health and safety, and more to help young people sustain independent living.
Workshop: Tenancy Education, Preparation And Support
1. Before, during and after: tenancy preparation, education and support Nick Bell Manager Youth Homelessness
2. Work of Youth Unit Guarantee “ All of our work is shaped and influenced by young people and workers.” (Contains no unnecessary artificial additives. * May contain nuts.)
8. Being Resourceful 4,880 16-17 year olds presented as homeless in the last year.* Stay or Go Fills gaps in parents’ knowledge about: the realities of leaving home housing information e.g. rights etc. where to go for support & advice. Prevention: parents can play an important role in preventing youth housing crisis & homelessness. * 2006-2007 figures from the Scottish Government as published May 2008
13. 10 key steps to tenancy sustainment: 1. Start-up info The Basics 2. What to do in an emergency Emergencies 3. Money & budgeting skills Money Matters 4. Knowing my rights Rights ‘N’ Responsibilities 5. Safety at home and outside Feeling Safe 6. Basic Health Info Health Check 7. Dealing with emotional stuff Me, Myself & I 8. Cooking skills & shopping tips Grubs Up 9. Wanting to do more than watch TV What Now? 10. Info for young people leaving care Leaving Care
18. Further information: Nick Bell Manager Youth Homelessness Scottish Council for Single Homeless Wellgate House 200 Cowgate Edinburgh EH1 1NQ email: [email_address] 0131 226 4382
