This Resource Pack contains sufficient material for a ten week term. The materials comprise case studies and worksheets.
Each lesson has specific learning objectives as well as student activities. Each lesson can be used as a standalone activity.
Programme Objective
Understand the realities of homelessness, independent living and the importance of planning and preparing before leaving home.
Programme Learning outcomes
To reduce the stigma and dispel myths around Homelessness
To reduce stigma.
To learn about some of the different reasons people leave home.
The work flows through stages to encourage the students to engage in the subject, explore the need to know, explain valuable information and provide opportunities to extend learning and gain further knowledge. Once this is completed, the next stage is to evaluate the knowledge gained and reflect on the causes of homelessness.
The overarching objectives are:
- To understand the realities of homelessness and independent living.
- To understand the importance of planning and preparation before leaving home.
- To gain financial planning knowledge and comprehension through budgeting.
Week by week programme
This table illustrates the week by week programme. Teachers can select specific weeks, as appropriate.
To support the programme, visit the HiHomie website for videos on subjects covered go to The Homeless Foundation YouTube.
To see the Week by Week Programme click here.
