Crisis Refuges

Our crisis accommodation is short term accommodation for young people 14-19 years. Project Youth has two refuges supporting up to 10 young people across the Sutherland Shire and St George LGAs. Each young person has their own room and shares amenities with other young people in the house.

Our refuges are staffed 24/7 and young people can stay for up to 3 months. Throughout this time, staff will support residents to access alternative accommodation options based on their individual needs.

Young people do not need to be on an income to access our crisis accommodation. However, once in receipt of an income that is equal to or above the independent unreasonable to live at home rate of Youth Allowance, board is charged at $100 per week (which includes activities, food, and internet).

To enquire about vacancies, or to get details of the program and its suitability, please reach out directly to the refuges on:

Penny's (Penshurst): 9580 0970

The Bridge (Sutherland): 9521 6182
Eligibility:

·        14 – 19 years of age

·        Is able to reside in a shared living environment

·        Requires an immediate placement

·        Has intention to engage in support planning to transition into preferred living environment

·        Is able and agreeing to house guidelines

Click here to self refer or refer a young person today.

Outside of business hours call Link2Home on 1800 152 152. They can also provide information and refer you to emergency services if required.