Single and homeless
Single homelessness refers to single adults without dependent children who have no home available to live in. This includes people who:
- are sleeping rough
- are in hostels and supported accommodation
- have been asked to leave by friends and family
- are sofa surfers
We’re working with our partners to end rough sleeping. We’ve adopted the No Second Night Out standard to ensure rough sleepers are helped to move from the streets into settled housing.
- View our guide on what to do if you're homeless and have nowhere to stay
- If you’ve been asked to leave or need help with finding somewhere to live see our guide on housing options
- If you’re new to renting, confused by your contract or need help with claiming housing benefit, check out our guide to moving into rented accommodation
- Living on your own can be tough. If you’re struggling with money, need extra help or got a problem with your housemate, find help with our guide to managing your bills and finances
- View information on staying healthy and the benefits of work
Help with rent
If you cannot pay your rent or if you have rent arrears, find out what to do with our guide to dealing with rent arrears.
Find out if you qualify for housing benefit.
Useful contacts
Private rented sector
Finding somewhere to live
Homeless Assessment team
You can contact the Homeless Assessment team by completing the online form below. If you are homeless on the day or your enquiry is urgent, you can speak with a housing advice officer between 9am and 5pm Monday to Friday on 0208 424 1093. For emergencies outside these hours, including weekends - calls to this number will be diverted to the Emergency Social Services duty officer who, will be able to assist you with your housing situation.
Firm Foundation service
Address: Trinity ChurchHindes Road
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