UASC face many challenges in leaving their country of origin, travelling often for many months or even years to reach safety in the UK. They may be experiencing bereavement following the death of important family members or trauma because of atrocities they have witnessed. They will be suffering the loss of family and friends and all that is familiar: language, culture, identity, food, comfort and so on.
Once here, they face another set of issues created by the language barrier; for example: the difficulty making themselves understood and in conveying their needs to those who are providing for them. They may face health and wellbeing issues. Many UASC arriving after long, traumatic journeys may be malnourished and suffering other medical conditions associated with living ‘rough’ for many months.
Alongside offering a safe and secure place to stay -our experienced staff team provide valuable outreach support to help each young person learn or improve their English, gain important life skills and build their confidence and self-esteem.They also support each young person with school and college work, as well, as helping them settle and adjust and find their identity within the local community.
We pride ourselves in advocacy work and we will support you to liaise with your Solicitor regarding your Home Office application and appeal hearings where necessary. You will have a Triple Pathway Plan to help prepare you of what to expect should you be granted or refused leave to remain in the UK.