Dorset Nightstop

Dorset Nightstop provides safe, secure emergency accommodation for young people aged 16-25 in Dorset and 18-25 in Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.

How does Nightstop work?

We have a network of fully trained volunteer hosts across BCP and Dorset who can provide a spare room within their home for a young person experiencing homelessness on a night-by-night basis to provide short term relief until they can move into longer term accommodation.

A young person accessing Nightstop can expect:

• A safe and secure bed for the night in their own room
• An evening meal, breakfast and a packed lunch
• Washing facilities
• A listening ear or headspace, whichever they prefer
• A friendly and free service
• Breathing space while helped to get any support needed and move towards finding more permanent accommodation

One Nightstop service user said:

“They treated me very well and they were very welcoming. I was given food and refreshments and my clothes were washed.”

For more details about what a Nightstop user can expect on their first night's stay, please see our Frequently Asked Questions

For Professionals

If you are a professional wanting to make a referral for a young person, please see For Professionals

Volunteer With Us

We are always looking for volunteers to act as hosts or volunteer drivers, if you are interested in volunteering with us please see our Volunteer With Us page

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