Referral
Pathway

We work closely with Local Authorities and partner professionals to provide supported accommodation for young people transitioning toward independence.

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Local Authorities
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Partner Professionals
100%
Safe Placements
Collaborative Approach:
Every placement assessed and tailored to the individual young person
Professionals in a referral meeting discussing young people's support
Who Can Refer
  • Social Workers
  • Personal Advisors
  • Leaving Care Teams
Our Promise
  • Prompt response
  • Tailored matching
  • Ongoing support
24h
Response time

Referrals accepted from

Social WorkersPersonal AdvisorsLeaving Care TeamsYouth Offending TeamsPlacement Officers
How to Make a Referral

A Simple,
Straightforward Process

Professionals wishing to refer a young person can contact our placements team directly. Here's everything you need to know.

01

Contact Our Placements Team

Professionals wishing to refer a young person can contact our placements team directly by phone or email.

02

Provide Key Information

Share the referral details listed below where possible. The more context you provide, the faster we can assess suitability.

03

We Respond Promptly

Our team will review the information and respond promptly regarding availability and suitability for the young person.

Please Include Where Possible

The following information helps us assess suitability quickly and efficiently.

Young person's age
Current placement situation
Support needs
Risk assessments (if available)
Relevant background information
Preferred placement timeframe

Ready to Make a Referral?

Once we receive the referral, our team will review the information and respond promptly regarding availability and suitability.

Fast, confidential response
Dedicated placements team
Collaborative approach throughout
For Young People

Are You a Young Person
Seeking Support?

We're Happy to Hear from You

If you are a young person currently in need of supported accommodation and have found our website, we are happy to hear from you.

If you would like to speak to someone about your situation, you are welcome to contact us. Our team may be able to guide you or help you connect with the appropriate Local Authority or support service.

Important to Know

Placements at Lodge Group Care and Support must be arranged through a Local Authority or professional referral. Unfortunately, we are unable to accept direct self-referrals.

This is to ensure every young person receives a safe, properly assessed placement with the right level of support in place from the very start.

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Speak to your Social Worker or Personal Advisor
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Contact your Local Authority Leaving Care Team
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Reach out to us — we'll help point you in the right direction
Our Commitment

Every Young Person
Deserves the Right Support

Every young person deserves a safe environment and the right support to build a positive future. At Lodge Group Care and Support, we ensure every placement is safe, appropriate, and tailored to the needs of each individual.

Safe Placements

Every placement is thoroughly assessed to ensure it is safe and appropriate for each individual young person.

Tailored Support

We work with professionals and local authorities to ensure placements are matched to the specific needs of each young person.

Collaborative Working

We partner closely with referring authorities, maintaining open communication throughout every placement.

Always Here to Help

If you are unsure whether a referral is appropriate, please contact our team and we will be happy to discuss it.