Homelessness

We offer help to prevent homelessness and find temporary or permanent housing if needed.

Read Ipswich Borough Council’s Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategy (2019–2024).

Find advice and resources to help you manage financial struggles and get support from the Council.

Domestic abuse includes any incident of threatening behaviour, violence or abuse. The abuse can be psychological, physical, social, financial, or emotional.

Learn how to spot and report suspected modern slavery and the steps to take.

All about domestic abuse, its signs, and support options, including emergency housing and legal help.

Information on rough sleeping in Ipswich and how to report it.

Discover how public authorities can refer individuals at risk of homelessness under the 2018 Act.

The Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 requires councils to offer more help sooner to anyone at risk of homelessness.

If you are experiencing mental health issues, the Housing Options Team can help prevent homelessness and connect you with housing and financial support.

Young people who were in care can get help if they become homeless, depending on their age and situation.

Find out what help is available if you are homeless and aged 16 or 17.

If you're leaving the armed services, or you are a former member, you may be entitled to extra help if you become homeless.

Find out about your housing rights and get advice on managing housing issues after a non-violent relationship breakdown.

Information if you have nowhere to live after you are discharged from hospital.

If you’ve recently been released from prison, discover services that offer support and help with finding accommodation.

Find out about Suffolk's support for refugees and asylum seekers, including housing and services, and Ipswich role as a Town of Sanctuary.