YMCA Hastings
140 years
supporting children & young people in Hastings and local communities.
140 young people
given a safe home every night.
5,015
people have been supported by our counselling service
Preventing youth homelessness in Hastings
Vulnerable children and young people have never been more at risk. We provide vital services so that young people in Hastings, who may have had a difficult start in life, can create a brighter future.
Our impact in Hastings
Our YMCA in Hastings provides a range of services for children and young people, 16 to 25, which act as a 'safety-net' to catch those at risk.
Children and young people facing homelessness in Hastings can find a safe, supportive home with us. Our 24 hour supported housing is so much more than 'just a room'. We provide wraparound support so that our residents can get the emotional support, life skills and help back into education, training or employment to enable them to 'move on' successfully to independence. Our dedicated staff (and volunteers) help young people develop the tools they need to reach their full potential.
More information about our services
- For information on our housing, including referral click here.
- For support and advice click here.
- For mental health support click here.
Archie’s story
After a chaotic few years Archie found stability at the YMCA. Now, with help from YMCA’s Life Change Fund he’s all set to take another big step forwards.
Meet some of the team
Our staff provide young people with the support they need to reach their full potential. We wouldn't be able to transform young lives without them. Here is what some of our staff, past and present, have to say about their job.
Other services for young people at risk
Mental Health Support
Our YMCA Dialogue has been delivering counselling and therapy to children and young people since 1994.
Helping young people stay safe
- Our YMCA WiSE supports young people around staying safe in relationships, online and in the community.
How you can help
Contact information for housing advice
We run one 24 hour supported housing projects in the area, for young people between the ages of 16 and 25.
We also manage several 'Transitional Properties' across Hastings for young people who are capable of managing a tenancy and are ready for independent living. These young people still have access to a key worker to provide housing related support.
If you are a young person at risk, or have concerns about someone, contact us through the following;
- Enquiries relating to accommodation can be directed to [email protected] or 01424 612831
- Referrals for supported accommodation to be made through the single allocation point at [email protected]
- Enquiries and referrals for transitional housing to be directed to [email protected]
For more information about our supported housing click here
How our work helps
Kara’s story
Changes in Kara’s behaviour at school were causing concern. Counselling with YMCA Dialogue helped Kara identify and express her feelings, letting light into a dark period in her life.
Susie’s story
Susie ended up alone at 18 when her little sister was taken into care. She was struggling to cope and stopped going to college. Since moving into our 24-hour supported accommodation she is thriving. She’s back at college and dreams of being an astrophysicist.
Rukshi’s story
Rukshi was left homeless at 20 and lost custody of her daughter during a couple of difficult years. She’s now living in our 24 hour supported accommodation and has begun to rebuild her life and her relationship with her daughter.
