The P2i (Pathway to Independence) is an innovative partnership project between Somerset County Council, the five district councils (Mendip, West Somerset, South Somerset, Sedgemore, and Taunton Deane) and two major housing providers for young people across Somerset, YMCA Mendip and YMCA Dulverton Group.
The P2i service offers support for homeless and vulnerable young people aged between 16 to 25 (inclusive). The service covers an assessment of needs, family mediation, housing advice, emergency accommodation, supported housing, floating support and signposting to other services.
Each district has a P2i ‘Hub’ providing a single point of access in each local area. This way, the hub offers access to mediation and joint support from relevant agencies to provide the best possible help available.