it felt like forever, and for sure it was not a short time that i spent camping the winter nights in the woods. but my perseverance managed to help. it was finally admitted that the council had a responsibility to home me and placed me in the Glenwood Hotel for 8 months. you can read more about this part of my life at. https://lookedafterchild.com/how-i-become-homeless-aged-18-and-addicted-to-drugs/#getting_emergency_housing
About the Author: Li Jean-Luc Harris
Hi, My Name is Li Jean-Luc Harris and I am the founder of Looked After Child. I'm a care experienced person, who shares my real life stories about Mental Health, Being in foster care, addiction and homelessness growing up. and sharing everything I've overcome since then. I currently work as a support worker for Semi-Independence "Leaving Care" Placements as well as studying Residential Childcare Level 4. I'm also available as a motivational speaker and have already spoken at events for care professionals and mental health professionals promoting better care and mental health to young adults. View my Life Story