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Petra Homes for Women

 

Petra is a housing project providing supported accommodation to young mothers and mothers-to-be.  Petra homes are safe and secure, nurturing an environment where mums and babies can build strong and loving attachments. We strive to be inclusive, caring and welcoming for every family.

 
 

OUR HOMES PROVIDE

 
 

WHO CAN APPLY?

 
  • Aged 18-25 years old, either pregnant or with children under 3 years old.

  • Homeless or facing the risk of homelessness.

  • Currently living in BANES, Wiltshire or Somerset.

If you are a Mother or Mother-to-be and would like to self refer or just find out more information you can get in touch through email or telephone. For professionals who would like to make a referral please download and email us the relevant form below.

Email: petra.manager@mercyinaction.org.uk Telephone: 07425805853


 

Applicants who have any social services involvment with themselves or their child must have the lead professional working with them complete the additional safeguarding application form .

 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

 

Security: For security reasons our houses are all dry houses. Each house is on the police instant response lists, should it ever be needed.  

Costs: Rent is usually paid by housing benefit and residents pay £15 per week personal contribution towards heating, electricity, WiFi and TV license. 

Fathers: Risk assessed fathers in committed relationships with a Petra resident are welcomed to stay two nights per week and have two weeks paternity leave once their baby is born.

 

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