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  • Homeless support

    people need homeless support. View all services on the directory that provide homeless support . Struggling to pay for your home If you’re struggling to pay for your home, you may be able to get support from the Cost-of-Living Advice Hub . Sheffield City Council: Cost-Of-Living Advice Hub . Call… specialist confidential practical help and emotional support for individuals who have been raped or sexually assaulted at any time in their lives. It is an inclusive service and supports all ages and genders. Support is available whether or not you have chosen to report to the police and seek justice… homeless, homelessness Related advice This page gives details of support services you can contact if you feel at risk of becoming homeless or are experiencing homelessness. Contact Sheffield City Council Housing Solutions as a soon as possible if you're experiencing any of the following problems…

  • Finding a home

    findahome There are several options you can consider when thinking about finding a home, depending on whether you want to buy a property or rent. On this page is advice on buying a home (including shared ownership), renting from the Council, a Housing Association or a Private Landlord. Buying…, or at some point in the future, you should register on the Council’s Housing List. There is a long wait for accommodation so it's a good idea to look at all your options for a home. To register you will need to provide identification and a reference. If you owe rent arrears to the Council…. There are around 18,000 Housing Association owned homes of all sizes and types in Sheffield. They're regulated by the Regulator of Social Housing. Many Housing Association properties are advertised through the Council’s housing register. You can also register directly with some associations. Get more…

  • Accessing Supported Living – Care and Accommodation

    is met either by the council or you, depending on your income and savings. The benefits You have a greater choice regarding who you live with, who comes into your house, and who supports you You have greater choice regarding where you want to live You can have your own home You are supported to be healthy and safe You can choose to take part in the community You will have the same rights and responsibilities as other homeowners You will have a more secure tenancy. How to access it Supported Living accommodation is arranged by social workers who can talk to you about… Living providers as well as holding a database of known Supported Living accommodation across the city. If you do not have an allocated social worker but want to find out more about Supported Living please contact Sheffield City Council's First Contact Team. Call: 0114 273 4908 . Email: First…

  • Housing advice

    housingadvice If you need some housing or homeless advice you have options about where you go for help. If you’re a council tenant you can talk to your local housing office. You can call in to your local office or ring them. Sheffield City Council: neighbourhood offices . Call: 0114 293 0000 . Or you could call in to the council's First Point. They are all happy to help you with things like: rent arrears repairs anti-social behaviour if you’re struggling to deal with your tenancy or paying your rent if you’re struggling to remain independent at home. If you’re…, or at risk of homelessness you can talk with the Housing Solutions team. Sheffield City Council: Housing Solutions . If you're sleeping rough or are concerned about someone who's sleeping rough, contact the Street Outreach Team run by Framework Housing Associaton. Framework Housing Association…

  • Family Hub volunteer opportunities

    in a Family Hub locality. We follow our Equal Opportunities Policy when recruiting volunteers and welcome applications from all. References will be taken up and a full DBS check will be completed if you are successful. Training will be provided before you begin volunteering. If you would like… Support done through regular catch up sessions with fellow doula volunteers Supervision from health professional if felt needed Volunteer travel expenses Use of volunteering purposes mobile phone Time commitment: You would need to commit to attending ALL the training sessions… Family Hub volunteer opportunities, Family-Hub-volunteer-opportunities, Family-Hub-Volunteering If you have the time and passion to make a difference, we have various opportunities to fit your interests and skills. By supporting children, young people and families in Sheffield, you play…

  • Sheffield City Council's Money Management Recognised Provider List

    mmp, moneymanagement Links What is the Money Management Recognised Provider List? This is a list of companies that have agreed to meet the Council's minimum standards and follow a clear quality framework. More information about the award and how companies can apply is available on the Council website. Sheffield City Council: Money management recognised providers . All of these companies have this award. Bluebird Care Citizenship First DD Payroll Home Instead IBK Ideal for All IDK Lynx Services Parkside Payroll Penderels SACMHA Sarah Care Sheffield Mind Solo Support Spectrum . If your Direct Payment includes support from a money management service the Council will arrange this with one of these companies. There are other services on the directory that can provide payroll and money management advice and support for adults and children…

  • Residential and nursing care homes

    into a care home, there are a number of steps to help you work out what type of home you want and how to plan to choose a home and then your move into the home. It's important to consider all your options as there are different schemes that offer some support but allow you to keep some of your…, you will need a relative, friend or charity to pay the difference. There's more information about paying for care in a home below. Which home will I like? We often hear that people find it easier to make a decision about the home they want to live in, after they have paid a visit. Therefore, we strongly recommend that you and your family and/or friends visit all the homes you’re interested in, and consider visiting them at different times of day. If you need help to visit some care homes Sheffield Churches Council for Community Care can help. Their Placement Support Scheme offers…

  • Help in the home

    buying care and support and tips on how to work out how much help you need. Citizens Advice: Get advice about health costs and services . Age UK: Paying for care . Which?: How to choose a home care service . We also have information on how to avoid scams and rogue traders to help keep you safe… just need help with household tasks like cleaning or gardening you may find it cheaper to employ a cleaner or have a gardening service. There are more details about these options below. Or you could employ a Personal Assistant to help you with caring and other support tasks. Find out more… are regularly inspected for the quality of their care. Each registered home care company has details of their CQC rating. You can find out more about how CQC rates these companies on their website. Care Quality Commission (CQC): Services offering care in the home . Many home care companies have agreed…

  • Independent living for older people

    . You can find information on Sheltered Housing in Sheffield and the rest of the UK, from the Elderly Accommodation Counsel website. Elderly Accommodation Counsel . Find out more about the sheltered housing schemes in Sheffield from Sheffield City Council's website. Sheffield City Council…: Moving home . Options to buy a home, shared ownership, renting from the Council, a Housing Association or a private landlord: Finding a home . The Council website also has information about their Health and Housing Service, offering advice and support if you struggle with the layout of your… There are different housing options you can consider if you’re an older person who needs to move from your home but wants to stay independent: Sheltered Housing Independent Retirement Living with care scheme - Buchanan Green Extra Care schemes. If you need help to visit some…

  • Staying Safe

    ). You may also be able to get some help in taking legal measures to stop the perpetrator approaching your home. Their advisors can also refer you to the Council Housing Solutions Team. In an emergency ring 999 . For more information about support go to the Domestic Abuse Coordination Team… tenant or leaseholder or your complaint is about a council tenant or leaseholder, you can contact your local council housing office or First Point. Sheffield City Council: Neighbourhood offices . Call: 0114 293 0000 . Email: TenancyEnforcementAndSustainment@sheffield.gov.uk . Write… Peace of mind in your home The Council's City Wide Care Care Alarm Service can give you peace of mind in your home, or for someone you care for. This emergency care alarm service allows people to get help when they are in difficulty, helping people to remain safe, secure and independent…