We provide young people at risk of homelessness in South Tyneside with a safe, stable place to live, alongside tailored support that helps them grow in confidence, develop life skills and move towards independence.
Key is a leading South Tyneside charity preventing youth homelessness and tackling poverty. For over 30 years, we’ve delivered safe housing, strengthened families, supported young people’s mental health and alleviated food insecurity.
We provide young people at risk of homelessness in South Tyneside with a safe, stable place to live, alongside tailored support that helps them grow in confidence, develop life skills and move towards independence.
Positive mental health is central to long‑term stability. Our wellbeing support helps young people improve their emotional resilience, build coping strategies, and create healthier, more sustainable futures.
We measure our impact by seeing our young people thrive and succeed in their lives. Our goal is to unlock their potential so they can live independently and no longer need our support.
Family relationship breakdown is the leading cause of youth homelessness. Our prevention work focuses on keeping families together wherever it’s safe to do so. We offer support to strengthen relationships, improve communication, and help young people and their families navigate challenges.
Key to Life is a vast operation providing emergency food and support to people in crisis and championing hard pressed local families.
We reduce food waste and improve access to healthy, affordable food – delivering practical support in communities across South Tyneside to help local people thrive.
“I wouldn’t be where I am today without Key. They've supported me in so many ways. They’ve taught me how to be self-sufficient, helped me to rebuild relationships, work on my self-esteem, get a job and move into my own flat."