A place to land, and a path forward.
We provide a high standard of accommodation and the holistic support young people in and leaving care need to make a positive journey to independence — across North & East London.
Proof, not just words
The difference Foundations makes for the young people we support.
Figures reflect Foundations’ own outcomes data.
Welcome to Foundations
We transform lives through holistic, compassionate support
We are not just another semi-independent accommodation provider. Our mission is to support young people to feel safe, secure and inspired to achieve their potential — with support that is holistic, person-centred and built around each individual, not just a roof over their head.
Support that meets young people where they are
Somewhere safe to live
Semi-independent homes staffed 24 hours a day by trained professionals who build strong, supportive relationships.
Learn more →Skills for independence
Our preparation-for-independence support and careers guidance help young people build the resilience and self-reliance to thrive alone.
Learn more →Part of something bigger
Activities, trips and campaigns chosen by young people, so everyone feels listened to and part of a community.
Learn more →Hear from a young person
One of our young people shares what they’ve learned and achieved with Foundations.
Built around the young person
More than a roof
A robust residential service that promotes resilience, respect and self-reliance — helping young people make informed decisions about their present and future.
“It made me feel empowered — like I was part of something bigger than myself.”
— A Foundations resident, on a fundraising challengeHolistic support
Trauma-informed, person-centred practice shapes every intervention.
Person-centred
Non-judgemental and bespoke to each young person.
Joined-up with professionals
Multi-agency collaboration and benchmarking of best practice as standard.
The right level of support at every stage
Two 24-hour supported homes
Semi-independent homes staffed 24 hours a day by highly trained staff who document daily living skills and build strong professional relationships with the young people they house.
See this serviceOne floating-support home
As confidence grows, our team continues to support young people in their own homes — stepping support up or down around the individual on the way to full independence.
See this serviceTake a look inside our homes
Real footage of the spaces our young people live in — not stock imagery.
Real young people, real moments
Cooking, cycling, karting, museum trips, coursework and hands-on projects — with consent, these are our young people, not stock photos.
The credentials behind the words
Campaigns, causes and community
Our residents choose something to campaign about — getting involved in fundraising, positive protests and projects that matter to them.
Young people choose the cause
Campaigns are led by residents, giving them ownership and a genuine voice.
Fundraising challenges
From cycling 50 miles for The Children's Society to community projects that build confidence.
Vibe mentoring
Trained volunteer mentors from all walks of life, connecting young people to the wider world.
Inside one of our homes
A short walk through one of the communal spaces our young people share.
Serving North & East London
We provide supported accommodation for young people in and leaving care across North & East London — and we're growing.
Refer a young person
Talk to our team about availability in your borough — we respond quickly and confidentially.
Make a referral Call 0208 058 7055Have a young person who needs a place to land?
Talk to our team about a referral or availability — we respond quickly and confidentially.