Who is this for?
- Referrals for this project are limited to young people aged between 16-25 experiencing homelessness. The individual must have basic independent living skills, currently in education or employment and be able to live with others of a similar age. We cannot accept any referrals with criminal convictions.
Who provides this?
- Rock Trust
Description
In June 2023, Rock Trust launched the Live and Work project in West Lothian, transforming an unused building into safe, shared accommodation for young people affected by homelessness. Through the project, Rock Trust provides three of the most crucial supports to prevent youth homelessness:
- High quality and affordable housing
- One-to-one support
- Guidance to access fair employment opportunities
The project is run by a dedicated project worker to help navigate residents through their homeless journey.
How do I access this?
- Referrals by third parties
Is there a waiting list?
There is limited space available, so please contact a member of the team to enquire.
Location information
- Live and Work consists of two shared living flats. Residents have access to their own bedroom as well as communal bathrooms, kitchen and living room area. There is a large wrap around garden and parking, which residents have access to. To find out more information, please contact katie.holt@rocktrust.org.
Opening times
Once allocated a space in one of the two shared living flats, each young person will sign an occupancy agreement for up to two years. Staff are not based on site, however, will be available for support Monday to Friday 9am-5pm, face to face. Residents will have access to on call support for evenings and weekends.
