At Step by Step we passionately believe in supporting local young people who are going through hard times. We take a unique step by step approach, providing accommodation, personal development opportunities, and specialist support services. Our approach helps young people to identify and fulfil their aspirations.
Excellence in all we do. Teamwork through successful collaborations and partnerships. Honesty and openness. Ownership of our work, words, and actions. Strength by building courage and resilience.
It is our vision for every young person facing adversity, including homelessness, to realise their aspirations and reach their full potential.
Last year, over 136,000 young people asked their council for help with homelessness, but only 1 in 5 offer advocacy to support young people.
Unemployment rates are three times higher for 16-25 year olds when compared with the rest of the UK population.
Half of all mental health problems have been established by the age of 14, rising to 75% by age 24.
There are many ways you can get involved. Click on the icons to find out more about something you’re interested in.
£10
covers the cost of a one-to-one advice session
could pay for a life skills training session
enables us to accommodate a young person for one night
could pay for a specialist counselling session
provides accommodation and access to our full range of support to a young person for one week.
Skye's Story
Skye became homeless after leaving her mum’s house to escape emotional abuse. Step by Step gave her a Supported Accommodation Bed, which would give her one-to-one support with her mental health needs. Read more
Nick's Story
Nick came to Step by Step after his relationship with his dad broke down and he became homeless. Until then, Nick had been the main carer for his non-verbal, autistic older brother. Sadly, Nick was experiencing significant neglect which only worsened after his stepmother left the family home. Read more
Mike's Story
Mike found himself homeless on Christmas Eve at just 19 years old. There would have been very few options available to him if not for Step by Step's Supported Independence Flats. He went from homeless to housed in just one hour. Read more
Chloe's Story
Chloe found herself homeless at just 17 years old after escaping domestic violence. Her life had hit rock bottom. She had no direction or stability and had poor mental health. Our Supported Lodgings service was able to help. Read moreyoung people directly supported through Step by Step services last year
young people accommodated last year
young people given wellbeing support and advice through Launch last year
young people attended free counselling last year
Step by Step Launches Open Doors 2024
The Open Doors appeal raises vital funds to provide accommodation and wellbeing services for young people facing homelessness, over the Christmas period and beyond.
Step by Step Take Young People’s Voices to Westminster
A team from Step by Step and the University of Southampton recently attended the Houses of Parliament to present the findings of their collaborative research project, Moving Towards Independence.
Farnborough Winter Half Marathon 2025
Take part in the brisk 13.1 mile run at the Home of British aviation to raise funds for young people who need your help. Register your place now and get sponsored for the event on 9th Feburary 2025.
The Step by Step Hero Skydive
Take Being a Hero to a whole new level! Jump out of a plane for Step by Step and take a stand against youth homelessness on 26th April 2025.
