Level up youth transitional homes

At Level Up Youth Foundation, our Transitional Homes offer a safe, stable, and supportive place for young people aged 18–25 who are experiencing homelessness, family breakdown, or have aged out of care.

These homes are more than just a roof over their heads — they’re a stepping stone to independence. We provide fully furnished accommodation along with hands-on support in life skills, budgeting, cooking, employment readiness, mental health, and goal setting.

Each young person is supported by a dedicated team that walks alongside them on their journey, helping build the confidence, tools, and resilience needed for a brighter future.

Whether it's learning how to manage bills, cook healthy meals, or secure long-term housing, our Transitional Homes are built to empower young people to level up and move forward with purpose.

The Power of Belonging

Before coming to Level Up, I had just gone through a placement breakdown and felt completely lost. I didn’t know how to cook, clean, or even get around on my own. But living in the transitional home changed everything for me.

The team didn’t just give me a place to stay they taught me real-life skills I never had the chance to learn. Now I can cook proper meals, keep my space clean, catch the train with confidence, and I’ve even started applying for jobs.

I finally feel like I’m in control of my life and have a future to work toward. Level Up gave me stability, guidance, and hope when I needed it most.
– Anonymous, 19

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do you meet the requirements for transitional housing?

To be eligible for our Transitional Housing program, young people must meet the following criteria:

Eligibility Criteria:

Aged 18–25 years old
Experiencing homelessness, housing instability, family breakdown, or exiting care (e.g. foster or residential care)
Willing to engage in task management and goal setting
Able to live semi-independently and follow house expectations
Actively working towards education, employment, or life skills development
Open to participating in life skills programs (e.g. cooking, budgeting, job readiness)
Able to safely share a home environment with other young people

Referral Requirements:

Completed Referral Form (by self, support worker, case manager, or agency)
Proof of ID and basic background information
Risk and support needs assessment (to ensure appropriate placement)
Willingness to attend an intake interview and property orientation

Expectations During Stay:

Maintain regular Face to Face support with Level Up Mentors
Follow house rules and participate in household responsibilities
Attend regular key worker sessions and check-ins
Contribute to a positive, respectful home environment
Engage in steps toward long-term housing and independence