Refugee Council Private Rented Scheme

Project summary

The Private Rented Scheme London provides help to find affordable accommodation through sustainable tenancies.

Our support does not end once a tenancy is secured. We provide on-going support throughout the life of the tenancy offering advice and guidance on issues relating to training, education and employment.

Clients

Who is eligible?

You can access this service if you:

• Have refugee status
• Are single and aged over 25
• Are NOT in priority need with local authority
• Receive a low wage or are receiving benefits

Client services

• An initial assessment to ensure that we can meet your needs
• One-to-one and group sessions to learn about how to effectively manage life in your new homes
• Weekly drop-in property search sessions for help finding affordable accommodation
• Advice and assistance with finding accommodation
• Help with accessing housing benefit (if required)
• Help applying for loans or grants to help with rent deposits
• Advice and support to help you sustain your tenancy
• Advice on training & employment

How are referrals made

Contact the Refugee Council for referral information

Landlords

Landlord services

• Updates on new legislation
• Ongoing tenancy support
• Mediation services
• Fast track Housing Benefit claims
• Direct payment of Housing Benefit
• Deposit guarantee

Other information

Type of organisation: Registered Charity

Last updated: 25/10/2023 15:56

Local Authority: All Local Authorities, All London