Youth homelessness is not inevitable. In Hertfordshire, it's preventable.
We prevent youth homelessness through education, advice and support for young people aged 16–24 and their families.
Need advice? Freephone 08000 355 775
How we help
Education
Young people learn the realities of homelessness, leaving home and independent living, so they have the knowledge and skills to avert a crisis.
Find out more →Mediation
Mediators help young people and families who are arguing at home to manage conflict differently and improve communication.
Find out more →The Homeless Hub
Intensive work with 16 and 17 year olds, often in crisis, and their families, alongside other agencies, to prevent homelessness.
Find out more →Outreach
Advice on housing issues and help with independent living skills for 18–24 year olds, including care leavers.
Find out more →Health
Support for young people's physical and mental health as part of building a stable, independent future.
Find out more →Home 2030: preventing youth homelessness in Hertfordshire
By 2030 our goal is to directly prevent homelessness for 2,500 young people and reduce the risk for a further 60,000. With our funders and local community, we can give thousands more the chance of a safe and successful future.
Real life stories
Thomas's story
The challenges young people leaving care face when trauma, unstable housing and unmet needs collide.
Aaron's story
Nine months apart had left Aaron and his mum with a lot of hurt. Mediation helped them talk again.
Damien's story
Damien, who is neurodivergent, faced significant challenges after being street homeless.
Latest news
- 6th OctHerts Young Homeless receives £120,000 from the Julia Rausing Trust to prevent Youth Homlessness
- 1st AugHerts Young Homeless Mediation Service receives £490,000 National Lottery Community Fund Grant to Prevent Youth Homelessness
- 28th JanYou Said, We Did: Building a Home That Teaches, Listens, and Empowers