Ex-armed forces homelessness advice

 If you're leaving the armed forces, or are a former member, there is homelessness help available .

Contact us at Housing Options on 01332 888777, if you think you will be homeless after discharge from the services.

You will need your letter of discharge or other evidence to confirm the date of your discharge.

Defence Estates have to give you a Notice to Vacate before they can take you to court to obtain a possession order. You can use any Notice to Vacate or possession order obtained against you as evidence in support of your homelessness application.

Where to get further help

Day centres - are a useful source of practical support – they provide a warm place to stay during the day and may also be able to offer food, clothing, laundry facilities and showers. 

Royal British Legion – might be able to help with a rent deposit. Call 0808 8028080. 

SSAFA – provide housing advice to ex services and current services personnel. Call 0800 7314880. 

Veterans Gateway - the first point of contact for veterans seeking support. Veterans’ Gateway is made up of a consortium of organisations and Armed Forces charities. Call 0808 802 1212. 

Veterans Housing advice (VHA). 

STOLL Housing and helping veterans - leading provider of supported housing to vulnerable veterans. Telephone: 020 7385 2110. 

Haig Housing Trust - supports housing for the ex-service community. Applications are assessed using a points system which combines Service Points and Need Points. Priority is normally given to those with greatest need. 

War Memorial Village Derby - provides homes for local ex-service men and women who have a disability. Applications are managed by Derby Homes, Allenton Housing Office, Bingham Street, Derby DE24 9BS. 

Army Family Federation - the independent voice of army families and offers confidential advice. Telephone: 01264 382324.