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Homelessness: Homeless now or rough sleeping

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  2. Rough sleeping
  3. Severe weather emergency protocol (SWEP)
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Temporary accommodation

Depending on your circumstances and eligibility, you may be offered temporary accommodation whilst we help you to find secure and permanent accommodation. 

Rotherham Council owns a limited number of temporary accommodation properties and there is a high demand for these, so you could be placed in a hotel or bed and breakfast instead, or until a temporary accommodation property becomes available. You may also be offered temporary accommodation outside of the area, depending on what availability we have. Rotherham Council charges a nightly charge for temporary accommodation which will be covered by Housing Benefits if you claim benefits.

Find out more about Temporary Accommodation

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Help with Homelessness

If you’re homeless or worried about becoming homeless, you can contact the Homelessness Team for advice and support. No place to stay tonight Call the Out of Hours Service on 01709 336009 (Option 4). Open Monday to Friday, 6pm to 8:30am, and 24 hours on weekends and bank holidays. Not urgent Call the Homelessness Team during office hours (Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5pm) on 01709 336009 (Option 4). Online help You can also contact the team using the online form below:

Telephone: 01709 336009

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Further information for Homelessness support

  • Emergency help support and services
  • Read the Homeless prevention strategy leaflet

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