After a turbulent teenagehood in care, Paul was left struggling with mental health issues and using illegal substances to cope. A lack of support left him with few independent living skills, resulting in him sofa surfing in insecure accommodation.

However, everything changed when he was given the opportunity of support from Moving On Durham. Determined to get his life back on track, he worked with his support worker to develop, stick to and achieve a set of goals for an independent, healthy and productive life.

He has now secured his own independent accommodation and full-time employment. Paul will be moving into his new home with his partner, who is expecting his first child.