Youth homelessness

We can provide help and support to parents and care givers of a young person, aged 16 to 24 years. This includes:

• if you are having constant fall outs with your 16 or 17 year old
• making things easier at home
• moving out options for your young person

If you have concerns for your young person's safety, contact the Safeguarding Hub on 0333 240 1727

Parental responsibility

Parents or carers of 16 and 17 year olds are responsible for their children's welfare. Young people are not classed as adults until they turn 18 years old.

We want to keep families together in their homes wherever possible and where it is safe to do so. For most young people, staying in their family home (with support) is usually the best outcome for them.

We will always expect to speak to the young person as well as their parent(s) or carer(s). This is to find out more about why they feel they cannot go home and talk about whether we could offer any help (not financial) to keep the young person at home.

If your young person is aged 16 or 17 years, contact the Youth Homeless and Housing Officers.

Youth Homeless and Housing Officers

All 16 or 17 year olds who are homeless or threatened with homelessness, will be referred to the Children’s Services Safeguarding Hub.

A social worker will carry out a child and family assessment. This includes any concerns for the young person's safety, possible child exploitation or safeguarding concerns.

If your young adult is aged 18 years and over, contact the Cumberland Housing team.

Visit the Cumberland Council website for further information.