Samusocial opens new shelter for unaccompanied foreign minors living on the streets
On 28 April 2025, Samusocial launched a new shelter dedicated to unaccompanied foreign minors living on the streets, often referred to as “wandering” minors. This centre aims to provide a safe and supportive space for young people with complex needs who do not have access to existing aid structures.
Located in Forest, the centre can host up to 12 young people for stays ranging from a few nights to six months. It provides basic needs such as beds, showers, meals, lockers, and internet access, offering a safe and stable environment.
The centre also delivers individual psycho-medical-social support through a specialised team. The Lama Project provides addiction care. Key partners include local prevention services, SOS Jeunes, Macadam, DoucheFLUX, Fedasil, and guardianship authorities.
This initiative responds to growing concerns about the vulnerable situation of these minors, who often experience mental health issues, risky behaviours, and exploitation risks. It also aims to improve social cohesion around the Gare du Midi area by addressing the needs of this marginalised group.
For further details, please read (in French) the press release from Samusocial.