ITV Wales News providing a platform for those who have overcome homelessness

Tenants and customers who have benefited from Yr Hafod unit at HWB Dinbych know first-hand how it’s changing lives, preventing homelessness and offering support and hope.

Now, the rest of Wales will be hearing about the incredible work that goes on here, in a special two-part report on ITV News Wales at Six, starting tonight.

HWB Dinbych is a community hub in Denbigh which includes Yr Hafod supported housing, both run by Grŵp Cynefin housing association.

Yr Hafod has been offering support to young people aged 16-25 facing homelessness in Denbighshire for the past decade. It offers six high-quality self-contained apartments and 24-hour support, helping residents develop tenancy management skills and access employment opportunities.

Sharon Morris, Grŵp Cynefin’s Director of Neighbourhoods says: “Yr Hafod not only offers a roof above young people’s heads, but it also provides much more. As it’s situated within HWB Dinbych it can also offer educational, employment, and well-being opportunities, including training courses, workshops, and support for self-employment initiatives. It’s important that the rest of Wales hears the stories of those who have and are benefiting from the service, first hand and in their own words.”

HWB Dinbych is a partnership between Grŵp Cynefin, Denbigh Youth Project, Coleg Llandrillo and Denbighshire Youth Services.

The news items will air Monday 10 February, and Thursday, 13 February, on ITV Wales at 6pm.

For further information, interviews or case studies, contact:

Mari Williams, Communications and Marketing Manager, Grŵp Cynefin.

Mari.Williams@grwpcynefin.org / 07970 142 305