Developing a youth homeless mediation scheme in Scotland: a good practice guide

‘The strength of a person’s social networks should be an integral part of the assessment of their needs and of the support offered throughout time in temporary accommodation and during resettlement. Where individuals and families (including children) do not have strong positive social networks, local authorities should consider whether a befriending, mentoring or mediation service may be appropriate to enable them to build or rebuild social bonds. Local authorities should develop practical local measures to enable people affected by homelessness to (re)build social networks.’