Where young people
can build a future
Empowering young people to fight homelessness.
Every young person
deserves a future
Most of us can count on our families for love, support and guidance when we need it most. But young people at Esther Community have had to find their way alone.
Many have spent their whole lives in care. Some have been part of a foster family but now they’ve reached 18, they have to move on. This can leave them feeling abandoned, hurt and uncertain about the future.
Together, we can bring hope.
What we do: Giving support to take the next step
We don’t just provide a home, we welcome young people into a caring community.
As part of Christian charity Keychange, we’re inspired by the example of Christ to love and serve people unconditionally.
We spend time with each young person to understand what they need to take the next step to independence.
Some have never been taught how to take care of themselves and might need to take a course in basic life skills. For others, that could mean going to college or finding a job.
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With your support, we can empower women and young people to break out of poverty and rebuild their lives.
How to make a
young person referral
If you’re a professional working with young people, you can submit an application for a young person to the Homeless Prevention Panel which meets every two weeks.
Contact the Homelessness Prevention Team, on homelessprevention@devon.org.uk
If you’re a young person who needs help with their accommodation, contact Young Devon or social services, who will help you find the right service for you.
How to make a referral for our
women’s accommodation
If you’re a woman aged 18-65 who needs help with your accommodation, ask your social worker. Or, if you don’t have one, contact the Housing team at Exeter City Council.
Call us 01392 496600.
Accommodation
for women
Did you know we also provide specialist housing for women?
While this site focuses on the unique needs of young people, Keychange also operates the Esther Community for Women in Exeter. This is a dedicated, trauma-informed space designed specifically for women over 25 who are overcoming homelessness, domestic abuse, or personal crisis.
If you are looking for support for a woman in need, or want to learn more about our work with women facing homelessness, find out more here.
