Everyone has the right to a place to call home and feel safe

I need a place to stay

If you are aged 16-25 and affected by homelessness or you feel at risk of becoming homeless, we can help you. We can offer you Housing support in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire: No young person should be held back because of their housing. While with the Foyer, you also have access to our other services to help you learn skills which will equip you to live independently.

Our Nightstop service offers you short respite, and our Housing support in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire can help you longer term. Find out more below.

  • Housing (City) - Image of a plush Kermit the Frog toy sitting on a comfortable sofa next to a bookcase.

    Housing in Aberdeen

    Furnished accommodation for young people in Aberdeen city centre who are experiencing homelessness.

    What is it?
    High quality self-contained furnished accommodation available to let to people aged 16-25 who are experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness and require support.

    When is it?
    Whenever Aberdeen City Council refers to our service and we have capacity for new tenants.

    What will I gain from it?
    Housing, wraparound support with the end goal of independent living and move-on support when it’s time.

    Who can apply?
    Contact Aberdeen City Council’s Housing Advice Service by calling their homelessness helpline 0800 917 6379 (24 hours) and they will advise you on next steps and refer to us.

    Where is it?
    In Aberdeen City Centre.

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    Housing Support in Aberdeenshire

    This service can help you hold onto your current tenancy or alternatively explore your other housing options.

    What is it?
    Housing Support Service helps young people who may have experienced homelessness, are at risk of homelessness or who might need support to manage their tenancy in Aberdeenshire.

    When is it?
    Ongoing support after you are referred to our service, usually once per week until you have learned desired skills.

    What will I gain from it?
    Skills to manage your tenancy including increased confidence, budgeting, setting up energy and gas providers as well as assist you in finding resources and opportunities in your own community.

    Who can apply?
    Anyone living in Aberdeenshire aged 16 to 21 (up to 25 if you care experienced). You can email hosupport@aberdeenshire.gov.uk or call 01467 538125 or be referred by your Housing Officer, Social Worker or any other person who may be working with you.

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Are you aged 16-25, facing homelessness and need financial support to rent a home?

Aberdeen Foyer’s Rent Deposit Scheme

Our scheme supports young people aged 16 - 25 facing homelessness, in Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire, who are ready to live independently by providing financial support. It helps young people who would struggle to pay upfront costs to access homes in the private rented sector or where a housing association requires payment of an upfront bond prior to signing a tenancy agreement.

Or contact:

Aberdeen City
Lauryn Steel
E: lauryns@aberdeenfoyer.com
T: 07971 206 586

Aberdeenshire
Heather Tate
E: heathert@aberdeenfoyer.com
T: 07971 207 841