HOUSING / HOMELESS?
This section will tell you some of the options if you are looking for somewhere to live - Supported accomodation and Housing Association property, and private rented accommodation. See looking for somewhere to live?
It will also tell you what you should do if you have been kicked out or had to leave where you are living - and who to go to for help. See kicked out (or about to be)?
Thinking about moving out?
Most people will someday move out of their family home. Some people don’t have any choice how or when this happens. However if you are able to plan your move things will be much easier. Living on your own can be hard, especially if you are under 18. Start thinking about living independently early on if you can, and look into the costs and responsibilities while you are still supported by family, friends or an advice worker. You could also find out what support is available, for example tenancy support (see a place of your own).
If you are living with parents but not getting along, you might be able to get help sorting things out between you and them. Ask someone that both you and your parents trust (like a relative or support worker) to sit down with you and try and reach a compromise on the things you disagree on.
You cannot legally live alone under the age of 16. See if you're under 16.
Where to go for help
Speak to a worker at Castlegate, who can talk to you about your options, and what to do next. They can also help you apply for housing or talk to you about renting somewhere. You can also use the phone for example to ring round landlords.
The Customer Advice Centre can offer you help and information, and if you are homeless, they may have a duty to find you somewhere to live immediately - depending on your age and circumstances. They may also be able to negotiate with family or friends to help you stay where you are. However they should only do this if it is safe for you to stay, and should still investigate your situation. See emergency accomodation.
If you are homeless this section will also tell you where to go for practical help – emergency accommodation, food etc.
The section a place of your own will also give you information about when you have got somewhere to live. The section problems with where you live? may also be useful.