Tameside Council Homeless Service

Tameside Council provides a homelessness service to help people in Tameside who are at risk of losing their homes or who are already homeless. They work with individuals and families facing various challenges, including financial difficulties, relationship breakdowns, or health issues.

The service offers support to find temporary accommodation and assist with applying for permanent housing. Referrals can come from local agencies, social services, or individuals seeking help directly. Once referred, clients receive tailored support to address their specific needs.

For example, the council can help individuals create a housing plan, offering advice on budgeting and managing debts. They may also provide emergency accommodation or connect clients with other local services, such as health care and employment support.

Additionally, Tameside Council runs prevention programmes to help stop homelessness before it happens. This includes offering mediation for families or advice on tenant rights.

Local Council service with duties around prevention of homelessness, housing options advice and assessment of entitlement to housing for people who are homeless or threatened with homelessness and duty to accommodate in certain circumstances.

To Access:

Online Portal-

To report yourself or someone else at risk of being homeless to them complete their online form via: https://www.tameside.gov.uk/housing/homelessservice

An Officer will contact you as soon as possible.   Please only complete the online portal once to avoid duplication.

Out of hours telephone: 0161 342 2222

The number of calls the service receives is very high and it is often the case that you will receive a quicker response to your enquiry if you email the service. This email is only monitored in office hours.