Housing and homelessness support
Get help and advice from us if you're homeless or about to lose your home.
You can contact our Housing Otions Team for help and advice Monday 8:30am to 5pm, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 1pm to 5pm and Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm.
They can help you if you have
- lost your home
- worried about losing your home
- need to move out of your home
⚠ Do not wait to come to us for help if you are worried. The sooner you come to us the more help we can give you.
Homeless or at risk of homelessness
If you are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless, you should contact our Housing Options Team as soon as possible
Duty to refer
Some organisations have to refer you for help and advice if they think that you are at risk of becoming homeless. This is called the duty to refer
Help with your housing needs
If you are worried about having nowhere suitable to live, find out more about the housing support available for you depending on your personal situation
Apply for a council or housing association home
Check if you are eligible, find out how to apply and search for available council and housing association homes
Temporary accommodation
Council temporary accommodation and where to find hostels and night shelters in the region
Help paying your Council Tax, rent and bills
What to do if you are having difficulty paying your Council Tax or housing rent or are struggling with bills and debt
Supported housing
Supported living is housing for people with disabilities who want to live independently but may need some help and support
Help available from support services and charities
Get help and advice from local and national services and charities
Sanctuary Scheme
Help for victims of domestic abuse or hate crime to remain in their own home and feel safe