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Kids Under Cover

Locality: Richmond, Victoria

Phone: +61 3 9429 7444

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25.01.2022 THROWBACK THURSDAY | This time last year we celebrated our 30th Anniversary. With your support we have grown from our very first studio to supporting thousands of at-risk young people to thrive. Read more about our journey at https://bit.ly/3ll0dMX #endyouthhomelessness #30yearsandbuilding

25.01.2022 Thats over 27,000 young people without homes. More about youth homelessness at >> https://bit.ly/3afRWop #preventionisthecure

25.01.2022 All I know is that he was out of control before he moved in, completely Since hes had the studio he hasnt done any of that. Carer #preventionisthecure #endyouthhomelessness

25.01.2022 And prosper she will! We are continuously blown away by the amazing things the young people we support achieve and it’s even better when we hear this impact firsthand from carers like this one. #preventionisthecure #endyouthhomelessness

24.01.2022 Trang was one of the first young people to be supported by Kids Under Cover. Amazing outcomes like this are thanks to your support. Read Trangs story at > https://bit.ly/2YxPCon #preventionisthecure #endyouthhomelessness

24.01.2022 Did you know, according to KPMG, every dollar spent on social housing boosts GDP by $1.30? Investing in social housing and homelessness prevention is an investment, not a cost. Read more at https://bit.ly/3hT8YeI #HW2020 #BuildSocialHousing #endhomelessness #preventionisthecure

24.01.2022 Feel Good Friday | Studio impact The incidence of families getting on quite well or very well has increased from 41% to 97% with the addition of a Kids Under Cover studio. Read more about our studio program > https://bit.ly/2OLdjnD #preventionisthecure #feelgoodfriday #endyouthhomelessness

23.01.2022 We welcome the news that all Australian governments have committed to improve the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people through a new Closing the Gap Agreement. We are particularly pleased to see the commitment to increase the proportion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living in appropriately sized (not overcrowded) housing, and reduce the rate of over-representation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children in out of home care. Read more on the agreement at https://ab.co/3gglpB4

23.01.2022 There is no doubt that COVID-19 has exacerbated the pre-existing issues young people faced in education, employment and transitions. Join the Youth Futures Summit and contribute to a new vision for young people post-COVID-19 >> https://youthfuturessummit.org.au/ National Youth Commission Australia

22.01.2022 A new survey from Mission Australia has revealed one in six Australians aged between 15 and 19 have reported being homeless at least once. Youth homelessness presents unique challenges. We need to invest in early intervention, so we can prevent vulnerable young people entering a cycle of homelessness. Without a stable and secure place to call home, young people are more likely to face barriers to education and employment, family conflict and mental illness. ... Read more > https://bit.ly/305NGog #preventionisthecure #endyouthhomelessness

22.01.2022 Today is R U OK? Day and there has never been a more important time for mental health to be in the spotlight. 2020 has bought with it many challenges which have impacted everyone in different ways. Today is a great reminder to check in on the people around you and ask how they are really feeling. Having a conversation might help you too! There are some great resources you can access on the R U OK? Day website > https://bit.ly/3hbK2OQ

20.01.2022 Did you know only 7% of people experiencing homelessness are sleeping rough? This group do not represent the widespread reality of homelessness, which can look very different to the common stereotypes. More homelessness facts at > https://bit.ly/34NJBry

19.01.2022 Our Studio and Scholarship Programs aim to keep young people connected to family, community, and education because we believe every young person deserves the support they need to thrive. Like if you agree #endyouthhomelessness #preventionisthecure

19.01.2022 Want to be kept in the loop about Kids Under Cover and read amazing stories about the impact of a studio? Sign up to our quarterly newsletter via https://bit.ly/31cs8q0 (tip: scroll to the bottom of the page!)

18.01.2022 If they do stay, being able to focus on things like schoolwork and their own health is often beyond their capacity. Even friendships can become compromised, and in some cases, completely abandoned. #preventionisthecure #endyouthhomelessness

18.01.2022 If you are treating yourself to a burger from @Grilldburgers Collingwood during the month of August, your Local Matters token will be supporting Kids Under Covers work in preventing youth homelessness. Good for the soul and good for the community! #localmatters

18.01.2022 "Living in an overcrowded house is tough at the best of times, but the COVID-19 lockdowns have made life in a full house even more difficult for many, particularly young people." Take a read of this great article by ABC South West VIC about the impact of a Kids Under Cover studio for the Murphy family. https://ab.co/30Lt1pU

18.01.2022 Young people dont choose homelessness. Learn the truth about youth homelessness at >> https://bit.ly/34wP6ur #preventionisthecure #endyouthhomelessness

17.01.2022 The Parliamentary Inquiry into Homelessness Report was released today, and we welcome the Committee's focus on the importance of early intervention and prevention of homelessness. We were pleased to see our innovative program highlighted as part of Recommendation 18, and look forward to the impact this report has for people at-risk of or experiencing homelessness You can read the report here: https://bit.ly/3bYaXx3

17.01.2022 World Day of Social Justice | What does social justice mean to you? At Kids Under Cover we believe every young person has the right to a safe and secure place to call home and the support they need to reach their potential. #preventionisthecure #endyouthhomelessness

17.01.2022 The COVID-19 crisis has increased pressure on millions of Australians and is pushing even more people into rent stress and homelessness. We must take action to end homelessness in Australia and it starts with housing. #preventionisthecure #HW2020 #endhomelessness #everybodyshome

16.01.2022 Jesses favourite memory of his VW Golf was road-tripping interstate to pick up alpacas! (Spot the wind-blown alpaca in the image) He decided to donate his car to our Donate Your Car program because he believes young people deserve the opportunity to thrive! Growing up is hard work at the best of times, Kids Under Cover recognises the importance of safe, secure and comfortable housing in helping make the transition to adulthood a little easier for those who are vulnerable. ...Supporting Kids Under Cover supports our collective future. Find out more about Donate Your Car >> https://bit.ly/3iqQq5V

15.01.2022 VALENTINES DAY | Love at Kids Under Cover means keeping young people connected to the love and support of family and carers

15.01.2022 Fiona has a special connection to the car she donated to our Donate Your Car Program and wanted to make sure she honored her Nana when she parted with it. She recently shared this story with us > https://bit.ly/3jsL6Pr #DonateYourCar

15.01.2022 Each and every day, Kids Under Cover Maintenance Technician Ian gets a unique insight into the impact that our studio and scholarship program has on the lives of the families we support. Meet Ian >> https://bit.ly/32pJMq9 #peopleofKidsUnderCover

15.01.2022 Rollercoaster journey | Maria was supporting her son through his life-threatening illness, all while living in a tense and overcrowded home. Learn how Kids Under Cover were able to help > https://bit.ly/3gy3wNa #preventionisthecure #endyouthhomelessness

13.01.2022 Feel good Friday | Our studio program provides a stable space for young people to grow and study while keeping them connected to family and reducing their risk of leaving home with no where to go. Read Nicole and Graces story > https://bit.ly/2Oqxg3f #preventionisthecure #endyouthhomelessness

12.01.2022 Young people dont choose homelessness. Learn the truth about youth homelessness >> link in bio #preventionisthecure #endyouthhomelessness

12.01.2022 Homelessness is not just about a roof overhead; its about having a stable and secure place to call home. Its about having a solid foundation upon which young people are afforded the support, the security and the care they need to explore their potential and become happy, healthy and productive members of the community. Jo Swift, CEO Kids Under Cover

12.01.2022 We are passionate about prevention at Kids Under Cover. When we talk about prevention and early intervention, we mean we are stopping young people from experiencing homelessness. The absence of the right support can lead young people to experience homelessness. #endyouthhomelessness #preventionisthecure

11.01.2022 Have you seen a new Royal Australian Mint #DonationDollar yet? In a world-first initiative, this small coin is designed to make a big difference! If you find one in your change, why not donate it to Kids Under Cover and help prevent youth homelessness! Your dollar will join the generous donations of many other Australians to make a life-changing difference for at-risk young people. ... Find out more at >> https://donationdollar.com.au/ #endyouthhomelessness #preventionisthecure

11.01.2022 We welcome the announcement that Victoria will invest $5.3 billion into building more than 12,000 homes within four years to tackle homelessness and create construction jobs in the biggest spend on #socialhousing in the state’s history >> https://bit.ly/3pEt5ST #preventionisthecure #endhomelessness

09.01.2022 We are excited to be working in partnership with the Victorian Government to support the rehabilitation of young people transitioning out of youth justice. Having a safe and secure place to call home will make a life changing difference for this group of vulnerable young people, keeping them out of the cycle of homelessness.

09.01.2022 HOMELESSNESS WEEK | Today marks the beginning of Homelessness Week #HW2020 and the theme this year is Everybody Needs a Home. At Kids Under Cover we know prevention is the cure when it comes to homelessness. That starts with a safe and secure place to call home. Our Studio Program does exactly that - provides accommodation for young people at-risk of homelessness. Read more about Homelessness Week via > https://bit.ly/33qBaBA #HW2020 #BuildSocialHousing #endhomelessness #preventionisthecure

09.01.2022 MORE TIME AT HOME | Living conditions and overcrowding can force young people to spend long periods away from the home, often couch-surfing, which can trigger the beginning of years of homelessness. With the addition of a Kids Under Cover studio, the time spent away from home reduced dramatically. Read about our results that matter >> https://bit.ly/3kzeyFt ... #preventionisthecure #endyouthhomelessness See more

08.01.2022 Do you know the definition of homelessness? Homelessness is so much more than rooflessness. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, someone is considered to be experiencing homelessness if their current living arrangement is: - In an inadequate dewelling; or - Has no tenure or the tenure is short and not extendable; or - Does not allow them to have control of or access to space for social relations. #endyouthhomelessness #preventionisthecure

08.01.2022 KINSHIP AND FOSTER CARERS WEEK | Last week was Kinship Carers week and this week is Foster Care week. These wonderful carers make up an important and cherished part of our Kids Under Cover community. So this week and every week, we celebrate their commitment to keeping young people in safe and loving homes and supporting them to thrive! Thank you for all you do.

08.01.2022 Is COVID causing a housing crisis? Join the Facebook Live event this Thursday night to discuss what happens when the temporary homelessness support ends. Hosted by ABC Melbourne and Victorian Council of Social Service Find out more at >> https://bit.ly/2Gwdkel

08.01.2022 Thanks to your incredible support, last year over 500 scholarships were awarded to at-risk young people! These scholarships support them to stay engaged in education and each their full potential. Find out more about our Scholarship Program >> https://bit.ly/2XKywmz

07.01.2022 YOUTH WEEK | At Kids Under Cover, we are passionate about supporting young people to thrive and reach their potential - all year round! Young people make incredible contributions to our communities and we think that is reason to celebrate!

07.01.2022 Meet Winnie. Her owner just donated his car to our Donate Your Car program! We love seeing every car generously donated to help prevent youth homelessness, but its a bonus when we get sent fun pictures like this one! Winnies owner Brad said:... Donating was a win-win situation: homeless youth would be better supported and I was able to conveniently offload an unused vehicle Want to know more? Visit >> https://bit.ly/3iqQq5V

06.01.2022 Our social enterprise Nestd has launched their new compact home, The Gable. So much to love about this beautiful and sustainable home, with 100% of profits from all Nestd homes supporting Kids Under Covers work. Find out more via their Facebook page below or visit https://nestdhomes.com.au/

06.01.2022 Our housing system is broken and the most vulnerable in our community are suffering as a result. Without a safe and secure place to call home, it can be almost impossible for at-risk young people to remain engaged in school, maintain relationships and stay connected to their community. If you think everybody should have a home, sign the pledge > https://bit.ly/33cIEbm #HW2020 #BuildSocialHousing #endhomelessness #preventionisthecure

05.01.2022 Want to learn more about how weve been preventing youth homelessness for 30 years? Read about our approach here >> https://bit.ly/2XItAPl #preventionisthecure #endyouthhomelessness

05.01.2022 Today is the National Day of Action to Raise the Rate for Good. For those in our community doing it tough, a permanent increase to JobSeeker, Youth Allowance and other income support payments will mean that they can cover the basics of life - like a safe secure roof overhead and food on the table. We need to ensure that these payments never go back to $40 a day. ... There are so many ways to have you voice heard today - check out their website for more details: https://bit.ly/2IFNbLT #RaisetheRateforGood

03.01.2022 Australia has a shortfall of 433,000 social housing properties. Lack of social and affordable housing is one of the main causes of homelessness. We need an investment in public housing because everybody deserves a home. Use this interactive heatmap to find out how many people are homeless and how much social housing is needed near you > https://bit.ly/2Xmq0Kv #HW2020 #BuildSocialHousing #endhomelessness #preventionisthecure

02.01.2022 Mandys love for her children and grandchildren knows no bounds. She recently took on the full-time care of her three grandchildren, joining her and three of her children in a small social housing home. Read her story at https://bit.ly/3lhKTkk #endyouthhomelessness

02.01.2022 Concentrating on schoolwork can be hard for any young person, but for at-risk young people who are often faced with overcrowding, lack of space to study and a difficult home environment, it can be near impossible to prioritise their education. However, with the space and support of a studio, our impact results show the incidence of young people performing well in their education increased from 59% to 91%!

01.01.2022 Last week was Include a Charity Week, highlighting the importance of charitable gifts in Wills and the incredible impact they make. To mark the week, we caught up with Kids Under Cover Patron Athol Guy AO, member of iconic Australian group The Seekers and a familiar face in the world of television, politics and business. He is leaving a gift in his Will to Kids Under Cover and shared why he has chosen to leave this lasting legacy. As Bequest Ambassador for Kids Under Cover, I reflect on the years of dedication and selfless commitment I have observed during our long association The huge percentage of Australians without a Will, let alone a nominated bequest, could make such a huge difference, with a modest commitment. Find out more at > https://bit.ly/3iCi0gZ #IncludeACharity #endyouthhomelessness #preventionisthecure

01.01.2022 Did you know young people aged 1224 years made up 32% of total homeless persons living in 'severely' crowded dwellings, 23% of persons in supported accommodation and 15% of persons living in boarding houses? (ABS 2016)

01.01.2022 Help us work towards our vision of a community where no young person experiences homelessness. Show your support at > https://bit.ly/3j5PW6s #preventionisthecure #endyouthhomelessness

01.01.2022 Today is Wear it Purple Day, an annual LGBTQI+ awareness day especially for young people in Australia. Did you know LGBTQI+ young people are significantly more likely to experience homelessness? At Kids Under Cover we are committed to the empowerment of all young people. We are proud to support this day and all LGBTQI+ young people. ... #WearItPurple