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CEO Attends House of Lords Reception

CEO Attends House of Lords Reception

9 February 2023

Step by Step CEO, Debbie Moreton, was delighted to attend a recent reception at the House of Lords. The event celebrated 10 years of the innovative Street Link service.

Go the Distance for Young People Facing Homelessness

Go the Distance for Young People Facing Homelessness

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Step by Step Host Wins Volunteer of the Year

Step by Step Host Wins Volunteer of the Year

8 February 2023

Host Debbie Has Supported 56 Young People

Host Debbie Has Supported 56 Young People

24 January 2023

Young Person Shares Story with National News

Young Person Shares Story with National News

3 January 2023

Step by Step resident Kyleigh has shared her story with newspaper and website i-News. She bravely spoke of her experiences in care, the support she has since received, and how she has gained the confidence to find her voice.

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Smurfit Kappa Sponsor Step by Step Flat

Smurfit Kappa Sponsor Step by Step Flat

21 December 2022

We are pleased to announce that Smurfit Kappa are funding one of our Supported Independence Flats – for an entire year! The Aldershot-based packaging solutions company are a new corporate partner for Step by Step.

Who cares? The Link Between Leaving Care and Homelessness

Who cares? The Link Between Leaving Care and Homelessness

18 October 2022

While homelessness can affect young people from a range of backgrounds, youth homeless charity Step by Step have found that one group is disproportionately affected: care leavers.

Remembering a Charity in Your Will

Remembering a Charity in Your Will

30 August 2022

Leaving a donation to charity in your Will, also known as ‘Legacy Giving’, can make a huge difference to your chosen good cause.

Step by Step Back Change in Child Protection Law

Step by Step Back Change in Child Protection Law

12 August 2022

Step by Step recently backed a campaign by the NSPCC to update the law regarding ‘persons in positions of trust’. We are delighted to report that this campaign has been successful and resulted in a change that will offer protection...

Croudace Homes Sponsor Step by Step Flat

Croudace Homes Sponsor Step by Step Flat

30 June 2022

We are delighted to report that Croudace Homes are sponsoring one of our Supported Independence Flats. This funding means a safe and supported home for four young people at any one time...

New Opportunities Fund Launched

New Opportunities Fund Launched

23 June 2022

We are pleased to announce the launch of our new Opportunities Fund – a way to quickly support young people with the items they need to succeed. The Opportunities Fund is a pot of money that can be used for any of the young people we support.

Bidding Wars: Young People Outbid on a Place to Live

Bidding Wars: Young People Outbid on a Place to Live

1 April 2022

With house prices at astronomical levels, renting a property is usually the only option for young people starting out on their own. However, an emerging phenomenon is making even the rental market unassailable for an increasing number of young people

Introducing Launch – Advice and Guidance for Young People

Introducing Launch – Advice and Guidance for Young People

16 February 2022

We are delighted to announce that our new Launch service is live, ready to support young people with early intervention advice, information and signposting.

HRH The Countess of Wessex Visits Aldershot Foyer

HRH The Countess of Wessex Visits Aldershot Foyer

29 November 2021

We were delighted to receive a visit from HRH The Countess of Wessex. Her Royal Highness met staff at our Aldershot Foyer to hear about the work we do with local young people and to mark the launch of our Step by Step Fostering project.

Universal Credit Cut Could Increase Homelessness

Universal Credit Cut Could Increase Homelessness

27 September 2021

A new survey of young people found widespread concern that the ending of the Universal Credit uplift could lead to increased hardship and ultimately homelessness.

A Special Memory

A Special Memory

11 August 2021

Supported Lodgings Manager Kelly shares a memory of just one of the young people she helped. For Kelly, this particular memory resonates even after many years and she still recalls it vividly.

End of Eviction Ban Puts Young People at Risk

End of Eviction Ban Puts Young People at Risk

2 June 2021

The ban on evictions ended on 31st May 2021. We believe that this will lead to a huge number of evictions and an increase in homelessness as a result, and that young people will be considerably affected.