Referrals

"The Albert Kennedy Trust has brought the problems faced by gay and lesbian youngsters into sharp relief. I am deeply impressed by their commitment and concern for the welfare of these young people." - M.T. Head, The Children's Society.

The Albert Kennedy Trust accepts referrals from any source although the method for dealing with referrals may vary depending upon that source.

The Trust recognises that many young people have been assessed & referred to, from and by many different services and so in a wish not to duplicate and unnecessarily formalise the process does not have a set referral procedure. We rely heavily on the honesty of young people and referrers in their ability to share appropriate information with us.

We do however complete a simple referral front sheet for recording purposes.

Referral Criteria

Supported Lodgings

• Self-identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual or trans
• Aged 16-21 (22-25 will be considered in exceptional circumstances)
• Homeless, living in a hostile environment or in a housing crisis
• Living in or able to move to: Greater Manchester or London (any London borough)
• In need of one to one residential support

Mentoring

• Self identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual or trans
• Aged up to 25
• Access to Greater Manchester or London
• Homeless, living (or potentially) in a hostile environment, in a housing crisis or just need someone to talk to
• In need of one to one non-residential support

Foster care

• Self identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual or trans
• Aged up to 16
• In the care of (or being supported by) local authority social services
• Homeless, living (or potentially) in a hostile environment or in housing crisis
• Living in or able to move to: Greater Manchester or London (any London borough)
• In need of one to one residential support

Information & Advice

• Any lesbian, gay, bisexual or trans young person up to the age of 25 who is homeless, living (or potentially) in a hostile environment or in a housing crisis
• Anyone working with or concerned about a lesbian, gay, bisexual or trans young person who is homeless, living (or potentially) in a hostile environment or in housing crisis.

For more information on how to make a referral or to request further information contact one of our Placement Workers.