A Melton youth homelessness charity will receive $870,000 dollars from the state government if Labor is re-elected later this month.
Melton MP Steve McGhie visited the Hope Street Youth and Family Services on Friday, November 4 to pledge the funding that will help the organisation continue its first response youth service.
Hope Street’s programs include a purpose-built youth refuge, providing crisis accommodation, and a mobile outreach service, available 365 days a year to support young people and young families who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness.
Mr McGhie said Hope Street First Response Youth Service is providing crucial, specialist support to young people in the Melton community who are experiencing, or are at risk of homelessness.
“This innovative model is helping vulnerable young people break the cycle of homelessness, with the safety of a roof over their heads and other practical support so they can get back on their feet,” he said.
“This investment will support Hope Street to continue to help young people and young families in crisis, providing our growing community with the services they need, close to home.”
If you or someone you know is 16 to 25 years old and is, or is at risk of experiencing homelessness in the Melton local government area and surrounding suburbs, contact Hope Street’s First Response Mobile Outreach Team.
Details: 9132 4300
