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 Or To Read My personal Website