AK Young Women’s Emergency Accommodation Service

You can call AK on 0418 134 221 – Contact us any time of the day to arrange a time to access the service

AK staff focus on engaging young women with appropriate support to address their identified needs, prior to developing a direction for a safe and suitable outcome, decreasing the risk of ongoing homelessness.

We are able to provide support, advice and referrals to meet a variety of needs.

We aim to support the re-connection with immediate family, build relationships with extended family members or where appropriate, we support young women to transition into long term, independent living arrangements.

We provide young people with all the necessary items to live comfortably while residing at AK. This includes meals, toiletries, sanitary items, clothing and bus tickets to get to and from appointments or school.

Who this service is for

Young Women aged 13-20 years old.

Cost

Free

Opening Hours

24 hours a day 7 days a week.

Accessibility Support

Our site is wheelchair accessible and has accessible toilets.

How this service is delivered

  • Call or visit us online

    You can call AK on 0418 134 221.
    Contact us any time of the day to arrange a time to access the service

Updated: 30/11/2022

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Hobart TAS, Australia
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Hobart
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