Clan Childlaw Housing Law Response Project

FREE EXPERT LEGAL ADVICE AND REPRESENTATION FOR YOUNG PEOPLE AT RISK OF HOMELESSNESS THROUGH THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC. WHO WE CAN HELP Young people aged up to 25 living in the central belt area of Scotland Those experiencing homelessness or are at risk of homelessness Young people worried about homelessness or a housing situation which has become worse […]

Aberdeen Cyrenians

Aberdeen Cyrenians supports people experiencing hardship and can provide practical assistance with food, toiletries, baby items and clothing. There is likely to be a very high demand during this time and given their resources, they may not be possible to support everyone. They will therefore attempt to respond to the greatest need first. Priority groups […]

South Lanarkshire: Rent Deposit Guarantee Scheme

If you are homeless, or at risk of homelessness, our rent deposit scheme helps you rent from a private landlord. Landlords often ask for a cash deposit before they agree to let but the rent deposit scheme gives a written guarantee of a responsibility instead.

Rent Deposit Scheme – Simon Community Scotland

The Rent Deposit Scheme (RDS) has been set up to support young people 16 – 25 to access their own tenancy in a private let. RDS will support you to find a private let, support you with funding and cover your deposit. The RDS also provides tenancy support once you have gained your own tenancy.

LGBT+ and Homelessness

If you think you are at risk of becoming homeless remember there are people and organisations there to help you 24/7. You are never alone. If you are an LGBT+ young person and think you are at risk of becoming homeless – or feel that you can’t continue living at home – one option is […]