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If you are already homeless or we cannot
help you to keep your home we will begin a homeless
investigation.
During a homeless investigation we will consider whether
you have a priority need for accommodation.
You are considered to have a priority need if the
following apply to you or a member of your family:
- You are pregnant
- You have a dependent child under 16 years or aged 17 to
18 years and still at school
- You are vulnerable as a result of institutionalisation -
This could include those who have spent time in care, the armed
forces or prison
- You are 16 or 17 years
- Vulnerable as a result of a physical or mental
disability, old age or another special reason
- Homeless due to a fire, flood or similar
disaster
- Forced to leave home because of violence or abuse and are
more at risk than most people
For further information download our
Homeless in North Somerset booklet.
If you are homeless but not in priority need we can offer
you advice on how to find accommodation.
This includes providing you with an information pack
containing the following:
- A list of local letting agents
- Temporary accommodation providers
- Direct access hostels in Bristol and Taunton - There are
no direct access hostels in North Somerset
- Supported housing schemes
- Local newspaper info
- Details of charitable organisations who may be able to
offer support, food and washing facilities
We can also refer you to the Woodspring Deposit Guarantee Board
on 01934 617 617 to apply for assistance with a bond for privately
rented accommodation.
This is available if you have lived in the area for at least six
months and are eligible for the scheme.
For further information on the help we can provide under these
circumstances download our
Not in priority need leaflet.
Alternatively, for further information please contact our
Housing Advice Team on 01934 426
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