Youth Place

Run in partnership with Youth Futures WA, Youth Place provides supported housing to young people aged 15 to 25 who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. This is achieved by offering case management and advocacy to ensure our clients have the opportunity to achieve lasting outcomes towards sustainable independence.

All Youth Place clients receive intensive support from a Youth Worker to help them reach their goals and secure future accommodation. The aim of our case workers is to provide the encouragement, nurturing and care needed at this pivotal point so that our youth can go on to live independent, fulfilling lives.

Case managers work closely with each individual, teaching them valuable skills in independent living before sourcing appropriate accommodation options. This training includes the Roof for Youth training course as well as education about tenants’ rights and responsibilities.

Once this training has been completed suitable accommodation will be located. Case workers will then visit individuals on a weekly basis for 12 months to ensure they have the support they need to achieve their goals. Depending on the identified needs of the client, the home visits may be reduced to fortnightly or monthly towards the end of their time with Youth Place.

After being accommodated for six months, support workers will refer the client to the Department Of Housing to source permanent housing, provided they have no rental arrears, have adequately maintained the property and have positive relationships with their neighbours.

Youth Place also offers emergency relief.

To make a referral, call 9438 3112 (Mon-Fri, 8 am – 4 pm). Any referrals from a third party must be made with consent from the young person.

The Youth Place program is funded by the Department of Child Protection and Family Support. St Patrick’s Community Support Centre is proud to partner with Youth Futures WA in operating the Youth Place service.