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Schools Assertive Outreach Services, falls within the national homelessness strategy 'Turning off the Tap' and will support young people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness to maintain their connection with education. Supporting young people to establish and maintain connections with education is considered crucial to minimising the impact of homelessness both in the short and long term. The Schools Assertive Outreach Service recognises that housing instability, transience and homelessness each impact heavily upon a young person’s educational opportunities and future success.
The overall aim of the National Affordable Housing Agreement (NAHA) Specialist Homelessness Services is to provide related support services to help young people who are homeless or at imminent risk of homelessness achieve the maximum possible degree of self-reliance and independence, implementing the NAHA Case Management model. Ensuring to assist access and support pathways to further education, training and employment opportunities so they can reach their full potential.
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| ELIGIBILITY |
The service is targeted at young people aged 12 to 20 years whose education is directly jeopardised by their experience of housing instability and/or homelessness.
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REFERRALS
Incoming referral sources include: Government and non-government organisations; The Homelessness Assessment and Response Team (HART); Family and friends; and Self.
WHERE ARE WE?
The service can be contacted on Ph: (08) 8241 7022; Fax (08) 8241 7315. SAO provides service across the Adelaide metropolitan area. |
