At risk of becoming homeless
We aim to prevent homelessness wherever possible by agreeing a personal housing plan to try and help you solve the problems that may lead to you becoming homeless. If you have been served notice to leave your property by your landlord please contact us by completing the above form. You mustn't give up your accommodation if you have nowhere else to go.
If you are at risk of becoming homeless we can:
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Assess your current housing situation and work with you to find out what your housing and support needs are
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Agree an action plan with you on the steps you and the council will take to try and prevent your homelessness
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Help you develop a housing plan on how you can find a new home if it is unlikely you can stay in your current home
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Recommend and refer you to other agencies that can offer further help and support.
Homeless
If you are currently homeless and you are eligible for assistance we can:
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Assess your current housing situation and work with you to find out what your needs are
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Agree an action plan with you on the steps you and the council will take to ensure that you find accommodation
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We will assess whether you have a local connection to South Kesteven. If there is no local connection we will refer your case to the Council in the area where you do have a local connection.
If you are currently homeless, please call us on 01476 40 60 80 for assistance. If you have nowhere to stay tonight and it is outside of our usual office hours, please call our Emergency Helpline: 01476 59 00 44.
If it not possible to prevent you from becoming homeless or your homelessness cannot be relieved within 8 weeks (56 calendar days) we have a duty to help you find accommodation providing all of the following criteria is met:
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You are eligible for assistance
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You are homeless
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You have a priority need for accommodation
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You did not become homeless intentionally
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You have a local connection to South Kesteven