The pandemic has undoubtedly affected the UK economy beyond belief. Huge reductions in vital funding have ultimately left charitable organisations struggling to deliver much needed support to our communities, so it is more important than ever that we do our bit to lend a hand to these incredible lifelines. We’re therefore delighted to announce that we will be proudly supporting local charity Herts Young Homeless in order to spread awareness and raise crucial funds to help prevent homelessness and provide support to those who are most vulnerable.
"4,612 people were recorded as sleeping rough in London in Q3 2024/25, a 5% increase compared to the same period a year ago" – (Homeless Link)
Who are Herts Young Homeless and what do they do?
Herts Young Homeless is an independent Hertfordshire based charity on a mission to prevent homelessness, whilst supporting young individuals and families at risk. Herts Young Homeless provide a range of free services available to young adults between the age of 16 – 24 who are homeless or threatened by homelessness. Below are some examples:
- Education - A service designed to prevent homelessness. Young people are educated on the realities of homelessness and independent living.
- Mediation - The mediation service works with young people who are experiencing conflict with their families.
- Health - Including counselling, dual diagnosis and family link workers.
Counselling - Herts Young Homeless offer free, confidential counselling services to young people and caregivers working with the charity.
Dual diagnosis - This service provides 12 sessions to individuals in need, empowering them to manage their mental health needs via practical tools and mediation support.
Family link worker - Family link workers provide support to young people to enable them to remain in their family home until they are ready to move out intentionally.
With homelessness in the UK increasingly on the rise, we want to support Herts Young Homeless’ in increasing education around this issue and raising awareness around the hidden forms of homelessness.
Why Herts Young Homeless?
We have chosen to support this charity, as this topic is something that lies close to our hearts here at Bar2, and with Herts Young Homeless being a part of our local community, we want to help make a change!
Bar2 charity efforts
Since 2021, Bar2 have taken part in and hosted a variety of events to raise funds to support those vulnerable to homelessness. From taking part in the Herts Young Homeless summer golf days to tackling Snowdonia's most challenging path, The Watkin Path, Bar2 have raised an incredible £15,116 and funded 121 Home Truth Sessions.
Home truth sessions are delivered to young people aged 10-21 across the county and raise awareness about homelessness, inform about available support, and explain the process of leaving home.
To find out more about Herts Young Homeless and how their fantastic initiatives aim to prevent homelessness, check out the Herts Young Homeless website!