We are so proud to announce the launch of the Youth Homeless Helpline - the first out-of-hours freephone helpline for homeless young people in Wales. From 5pm on 26th February, the Youth Homeless Helpline can be called free of charge on 0800 328 0292. The helpline is open Monday to Thursday 5pm to 9am and Friday 5pm to Monday 9am.

The helpline launch comes at a time when homelessness is ever increasing. In 2017-18, 7,584 16-24 year olds asked for help with homelessness – an increase of 23% since 2015. Many more young people’s homelessness is hidden – sofa surfing, sleeping on friend’s floors – and haven’t approached their local authority for help.

We are so grateful to every single person who supported the fundraising appeal, by signing the petition to UK Government, donating to the fundraising appeal or helping to spread the word. Your support will allow us to provide a vital service, ensuring that young people have access to the support they need, as soon as they need it. Your support could be the difference between a safe place to stay or a night on the streets for a young person at risk.

The Youth Homeless Helpline relies on volunteers and donations to ensure we can be there for young people when they need it most. We are now raising funds to reach our target of £182,000 - which is enough to run the helpline for 2 years. Find out more about volunteering or making a donation below

Volunteer https://www.llamau.org.uk/Pages/FAQs/Category/volunteering-opportunities

Donate https://www.llamau.org.uk/appeal/donate-youth-homeless-helpline