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HomeLink Caithness - Housing Support for Young People

Free Confidential Housing Support Advice Information

To develop independent living skills and manage a tenancy on your own.

Moving out to live on your own is an important decision which most people have to make at some point. Depending on circumstances moving to your own place can be a very exciting time, but it can also be a complete stress. You will be faced with some questions you may not have had to think about before.

• How will I pay my rent?
• Will I get benefits?

Young Person Quote "HomeLink has helped me sort out my money problems. They have built my confidence and helped me become a happier person."

• Do I have to pay council tax?
• Will there be carpets?
• How will I afford furniture?

Young Person Quote "HomeLink has helped me get furniture through HomeAid. I have also been given help to decorate my house. I am involved with classes at the project and have learned to cook, budget & meet new friends."

• How much is a TV licence?
• What if my friends come round all the time, even when I don't want visitors?
• What if they make a noise and my neighbours complain?

Young Person Quote "HomeLink helped me get my finances sorted and to get a job. The staff are friendly and co-operative people willing to help me out when I needed."

Independent Living

Assist and Support to ...

• Find a home
• Money matters
• Furniture
• DIY'ing on a budget
• Cooking on a budget
• Friends, neighbours, noise
• Feeling safe
• Spare time
• Tenancy rights
• Staying healthy
• You and the Law
• Giving up a tenancy
• Help with literacy

Assist and Support into Training and Employment Learn to ...

• Cook
• Keep-Fit
• Gym
• Gardening
• Walking
• Bake
• Mother & Toddlers

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