Reaching out now could prevent homelessness and connect you to the support you need.

Your local council
If you’re at risk of homelessness, reach out to your local council immediately.They will explain your options, which depending on your situation may include:

Shelter
Shelter offer comprehensive advice on council support during relationship breakdowns and other causes of homelessness.
You can find this information here: Shelter – relationship breakdowns

Live Well Kent and Medway
Live Well Kent & Medway can provide support for people who are sofa surfing, or whose housing situation is affecting their mental health.
Visit their website for more information on how to get help.
Website: Live Well Kent and Medway

Sevenoaks District Council Housing advice drop-in sessions
Sevenoaks Council’s Housing Hub offers a one-stop shop to discuss any housing issue or concerns in confidence with council staff and organisations they partner with.
Providing support on matters such as money saving, fuel bills, housing, benefits, drug and alcohol use, domestic abuse, rough sleeping and neighbour disputes.
No appointment is necessary and free refreshments are available.Visit their website for dates, times and venue information.
Website: Sevenoaks Council housing drop-in info

Sevenoaks District Council HERO service
Sevenoaks Council’s HERO service provides support to people living in the area that own or privately rent their homes.
Providing personalised support on matters such as money saving and debt, benefits, employment, other support services and referrals for housing advice.
Telephone: 01732 227000 (Monday to Thursday: 8.45am – 5pm, Friday: 8.45am – 4.45pm) and ask for the HERO service
Email: hero@sevenoaks.gov.uk – They will aim to contact you within three working days.

West Kent Mediation
West Kent Mediation offer free, professional, and confidential mediation services for people experiencing relationship breakdowns or conflicts.
If you’re at risk of homelessness due to relationship breakdown or conflict with housemates or family members mediation might help resolve issues, provided all parties are willing to participate.
Telephone: 01732 469696
Email: theoffice@wkm.org.uk
Website: www.wkm.org.uk

Citizens Advice North and West Kent
Citizens advice North and West Kent offer free, confidential and impartial advice to people living or working in and around these areas.
Telephone: 0808 278 7810 (Monday to Friday: 9am – 5pm)
Website: www.citizensadvicenwk.org.uk

Age UK (for over 50s)
Age UK offers a free and confidential information and advice service for older people, their families and carers living in the Sevenoaks and Tonbridge areas.
Covering matters such as benefits, case and support, housing issues, finances.
Telephone: 01732 336100 (Monday to Thursday, 9am – 4pm)
Email: office@ageukmst.org.uk
Website: www.ageuk.org.uk/maidstone-sevenoaks-tonbridge