Youth Emergency Accommodation Line (YEAL)

YEAL provides a simple & reliable way for young people and people who work with youth to connect with suitable accommodation services across NSW.

Online - Vacancies in youth accommodation services throughout NSW are listed on this website and are updated as follows:
Crisis ("I need a place to stay tonight") - Updated daily
Medium term (I'm ok tonight..") - Updated fortnightly
Please choose from the YEAL toolbar on the left hand side of this page to view vacancies.

Recorded Message - YEAL provides a recorded message of current emergency (crisis) vacancies in NSW. This vacancy recording is updated daily Monday-Friday. To hear these vacancies call 1800 424 830 or (02) 9318 1531 (Sydney Metro) and press option 2.

Homeless Youth Support Worker - Young people have the option of receiving personalised support via contact with the Homeless Youth Support worker. Young people can call 1800 424 830 or (02) 9318 1531 (Sydney Metro).

YAA Direct - The YEAL Project also produces a comprehensive directory of youth accommodation of associated support services for young people at risk of or experiencing homelessness in NSW. Copies of the directory can be purchased online via the YEAL link on the left hand side of the page.

Resources - To Download the YEAL Helpful contact phone list for NSW click here

YEAL Information Cards and General Information - If you are a service that works with Youth in NSW and would like YEAL Info Cards sent to you please email christina@yaa.com.au