Advice for young people draft 2

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Advice for Young People

Under 25 with a housing problem? We are here to help.

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I’ve been kicked out
Repairs and bad conditions
Emergency help

Young parents
Care leavers
First home

Students
Money matters
Problems with your landlord

Have your say and make a difference!

Glossary of common housing terms

Breathing Space

Holding house keys on house shaped keychain in front of a new home

Setting up your first home

Getting your own place for the first time is a big step. Have a look at the things you need to think about.

Kicked out

I've been kicked out

If you have no where to go, don’t panic. You might be able to get some emergency help.

Help with money

Emergency help with money

If you can’t pay your rent or bills, you might be able to get some emergency help with money.

Support near you

Support near you

Use our Search Tool to find support in your area.

Worried about a young person? – Get advice

Living with family

Living with family

Living with family members can sometimes raise lots of different housing issues and questions.

Going to the council

Going to the council

If you are homeless or at risk of homelessness the council might have to help you.

Packed bag

Eviction

Being evicted can be very stressful and frightening. Find out what you can do and what help you can get if you are facing eviction.

Young parents

Young parents

If you are a young parent, you may be able to get some help with housing.

Rent arrears

Rent arrears

If you are getting behind with your rent you could be evicted. Don’t bury your head in the sand – get advice quickly and find out what you can do.

Understanding your tenancy

Make sure you know your rights and responsibilities as a tenant.

Young carer

Young carers

Being a young carer can be hard and can leave you worried about your housing. There is help out there.

Supported housing

Supported housing

Living in supported housing means you might be able to get help with day to day activities, like paying your bills or shopping.

Being treated badly because of your sexuality or gender identity? – Get advice

Homelessness Application Guide

Step-by-step guide to making a homelessness application.

Application Guide

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This page was last updated on: November 13, 2023

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