How to Apply to Live at The House of Genesis

If you are a potential resident, you can either refer yourself or be referred by other agencies e.g. Probation Service, your local Council or a worker in the prison. The first step is usually a phone call or email to the house (using the form on the “contact” page) to find out if there is an empty bed. We do not keep a waiting list, but we usually send emails to the agencies we work with if there is a vacancy coming up. After we receive basic information and if we think you or the man being referred may fit in, we will send an invitation for an interview. We may visit in prison if necessary. 

Each person is considered individually, so we will ask about support needs, hopes and plans for the future, and give the opportunity to ask questions. Our expectation is that residents are prepared to work with us and to be committed to making any necessary changes in their lives. We don't accept men who are simply looking for accommodation and nothing more. If we feel that we could work together, a place will be offered and a move-in date agreed. Initial planning can then take place so that individual needs are addressed, either with a House of Genesis support worker or with other relevant professionals. Many of our residents hope to move on and secure their own tenancy, but whatever their goal, assuming that they live within our rules, they can stay at Genesis for up to 2 years before moving on to live more independently. We can continue to offer informal support to ex-residents if they request it.

You can make a referral to us by using the form on the Contact page of this site.