Nightstop provides safe and secure accommodation for young people aged 18 – 25 who are or at risk of being homeless. Young people stay with volunteer host who will provide them with their own room, evening meal and breakfast, washing facilities, clothes wash and dry, and someone to talk to or a quiet place to have some headspace.
Nightstop would not exist without our army of incredible volunteer hosts. So how does it work?
Volunteers apply before they are visited, supported, and trained to become a Nightstop host. Training covering a variety of topics including information about clients, do’s and don’ts, practical tips, advice on maintaining boundaries, and how to access support.
All our volunteers sign up for a rota and choose which evenings they would like to host, on a completely flexible basis. You can do one day a month or sign up for every night – it is up to you.
All young people staying with you are assessed and checked before we arrange any placements. Staff are responsible for supporting young people on their long-term needs, including finding them permanent accommodation.
Hosts provide an evening meal, a private room, and somewhere for guests to wash. Our hosts are trained on how to be a listening ear to young people, so guests have someone to talk to if they need it. You are not expected to be a counsellor!
Hosts are reimbursed for the expenses they incur and are provided with toiletries to offer to any Nightstop guests staying. If you think you can offer young people a safe place to sleep and would like to find out more, please email: [email protected]