Stockport Council Homelessness Service

Stockport Homes offers a homelessness service to help people in Stockport who are at risk of becoming homeless or who are already homeless. They work with individuals and families, providing support to find stable housing and improve their living situations.

They are a Local Council department with duties around prevention of homelessness, housing options advice and assessment of entitlement to housing for people who are homeless or threatened with homelessness and duty to accommodate in certain circumstances.

Referrals can come from various sources, such as local agencies, social services, or individuals seeking assistance.

Services Include:

• Advice on housing options

• Help with applications for social housing

• Support to access temporary accommodation when needed.

• Assist clients in developing a housing plan

• Offering guidance on budgeting and managing finances.

• They may connect individuals with other local resources, such as mental health services or employment support.

• They organise workshops and training to help clients gain skills for independent living, such as cooking and job readiness.

To Access:

Please phone or email in for more information or contact a member of team via: https://www.stockporthomes.org/do-it-online/tell-us/contact-us/

For a homeless emergency outside normal office opening hours, please call 0161 474 2818.