Information & advice

This factsheet gives information to those who consider moving into rented accommodation. It describes different types of rented accommodation and explains how to find it.

It includes information on:

• Local authority (council) housing
• Housing associations housing
• Private renting accommodation
• Rented sheltered accommodation
• Help available from the council if you are homeless or threatened with homelessness
• What to do if you want to move to another area
• Extra care sheltered housing
• Housing for disabled people

Further information

Please download our factsheet in the top right corner of this page for detailed information.  

Having read the Factsheet‚ you may have decided to make a move and need information about suitable housing in your chosen area. On the other hand‚ you may still feel unsure about the right course of action‚ and wish to explore other alternatives‚ such as help to enable you to remain in your own home‚ or a move into residential care.

If you need further information please download and complete the form below: