London's homelessness crisis is escalating, with 13,231 people recorded sleeping rough, a 10% annual increase. The total number of street dwellers has risen by 27%, adding around 3,000 individuals living on the streets this year. Alarmingly, 11% of those affected are aged 25 or younger. Services like the London Youth Hub are vital but overwhelmed, with many benefitting from extended stays and support. Personal accounts reveal transformative experiences, highlighting the importance of access to accommodation and counseling for youth facing homelessness, grief, and relationship breakdowns.
A record high of 13,231 people were recorded as sleeping rough in London this year, marking a 10% increase from the previous year, according to recent figures.
Youth homelessness is particularly concerning, with 11% of rough sleepers in London aged 25 and under, highlighting a critical issue within the homeless population.
A 24-year-old resident shared that his four-month stay at the London Youth Hub turned his life around, enabling him to progress towards independent living.
The hub, run by De Paul UK charity, provides psychotherapy sessions and progression advisers to help residents overcome personal challenges and plan for their futures.
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