Services
Householders
The Role of the MAP Householder
The householders are the key to the MAP operation, providing the direct day-to-day contact with the young people. Some individual cases can be demanding but can also bring enjoyment and a real sense of value. Many of the young people referred to MAP have been obliged to take full control of their lives at an earlier stage than many of their contemporaries.
The householder’s relationship with the young person should be as adult to adult not as a replacement parent. It is important to allow sufficient space in which the individual can mature and develop independently. MAP assists the householder both with logistical matters such as organising housing benefit and by on going support, such as the availability of appointed fieldworkers to discuss concerns regarding any placements.
Becoming a MAP householder
MAP recognises that it is the commitment and dedication of our registered householders, which ensures the continuing development of our work. The project is actively recruiting potential householders who can contribute to its service.
Householders receive generous payment , which is paid fortnightly, with an added small contribution by the young person to cover fuel, breakfast and evening meal.
It is normal practice for MAP to arrange for the housing benefit to be paid directly into the householders’ bank account. The young person pays their proportion weekly from their own monies. It is important that young person retains the independence of managing his or her own budgets.
If you are interested in becoming a MAP householder, please contact: Cyril Edwards on 0151 330 2017 for further information or you can download a copy of the application form below and once completed return this to MAP, 286-316 Scotland Road, Liverpool L5 5AE .
