SAHA Services

Doncaster Foyer

Contact Details:

Phone: 01302 764800
Fax: 01302 764808

 

Doncaster Foyer
Chequer Road
Doncaster
S. Yorkshire 

DN1 2AA

 

 “All young people need a home, support and a springboard into independent living, learning and work. Some don't get it.
Foyers fill the gap.”

 

Quotation taken from The Foyer Federation Website at http://www.foyer.net/mpn/

 

What is the Doncaster Foyer….?

The Doncaster Foyer is managed and owned by the Salvation Army Housing Association. It provides a safe, friendly environment with a combination of affordable high standard accommodation, support and training under one roof.  Doncaster Foyer is an accredited Foyer with the Foyer Federation showing that it provides a good quality service and accommodation.

 

Where is the Foyer Located….?

The Foyer is located near the town centre on Chequer Road.  It is situated close to local amenities including the cinema, theatre, shops and leisure centre.

 

Who can apply ….?

Doncaster Foyer provides accommodation, support and training to young single people who are aged between 16 and 25 years.

 

Entry Criteria…..?  

Applicants to the Doncaster Foyer should meet one or more of the following criteria:

 

·         Those motivated to seek education, training or employment

·         Those young people who are in housing need and are unable to start or continue with education or training due to their personal circumstances

·         Those who are wishing to make the transition into independent living

·         Those who are willing to commit to a Personal Development Plan and are able to live within the stipulations of a Licence Agreement

 

Doncaster Foyer is not able to offer direct access accommodation.  Applicants need to complete an application form which is assessed at an allocation panel meeting.  If an applicant meets the entry criteria then they are put on a waiting list for interview, during which their support needs are fully assessed.   Successful applicants are then placed on a waiting list for an available room.

 

What does the Foyer offer ….?

·         High quality furnished accommodation with en suite bathroom

·         Licence Agreement

·         Shared kitchen including cooking and washing facilities

·         Reception and communal facilities

·         Designated Project Worker to provide support throughout your stay at the Foyer

·         Access to internal training programme

·         Access to education and training opportunities

·         Support and assistance with move on accommodation

·         Staffing 24 hours a day, 7 days per week

·         Regular resident participation and consultation events

 

How long can I stay at Doncaster Foyer….?

The Foyer aims to equip young people with all the skills to live independently.  Some young people feel ready to move on from the Foyer after a period of around 6 to 8 months.  However, residents can live at the Foyer for up to two years, at which time they will be provided with support and assistance to move on into suitable independent accommodation. 

 

Moving on….?

Residents move on to a variety of accommodation including:

 

·         Properties owned by the Local Authority

·         Private Landlords

·         Other Housing Associations including Foyers

·         Student Accommodation

 

The Doncaster Foyer has excellent links with other housing providers and assists young people to find the most appropriate move on accommodation for them.

 

Doncaster Foyer Resident Case Study

Lisa moved into Doncaster Foyer in 2003 at which time she was aged 16 and still in full time education studying her G.C.S.E’s.  There were many times that Lisa was under stress and strains due to the previous disruption of not having stable accommodation but Lisa successfully completed her G.C.S.E’s.

 

Whilst at the Foyer Lisa then went on to study her A Levels during which time she expressed a keen interest in joining the Police Force but one barrier was that she would need her Driving Licence.  Lisa was on a low income so could not afford to pay for driving lessons herself.  With the support of her Project Worker, Lisa was able to access funding from New Deal for Communities which enabled her to take her lessons and pass her test the second time!!.

 

Lisa successfully completed her A Levels - although there were times when she felt like giving up - and continued to pursue her interest in the Police Force.

 

Lisa moved out after 2 years to another Housing Association and since then she has passed her all her examinations for entry into the Police Force.  Lisa successfully completed her training for the Police Force and her Project Worker attended her Passing Out Parade.

 

Lisa regularly returns to the Foyer to keep us updated.