Charlie
| Age |
39 |
| Local Authority |
Glasgow
|
| Disability |
Mental,
|
| Veteran |
No
|
| Household |
Single
|
| Reason for Homelessness |
Sofa Surfing
|
Charlie’s Story
Charlie is 39 and suffers with poor mental health. She is currently sofa surfing between her mum’s and her dad’s. Neither of these situations are suitable for her. She has been categorised as “intentionally homeless” which she is contesting.
How Homeless Housing Options Helped
Charlie placed a bid on and was offered a suitable new build property by her local authority.
Jim
| Age |
74 |
| Local Authority |
Perth & Kinross
|
| Veteran |
No
|
| Household |
Single
|
| Reason for Homelessness |
Notice to Leave
|
Jim’s Story
Jim is in his 70s and has been served a notice to quit. He needs a ground floor property, in a rural area.
How Homeless Housing Options Helped
Jim had his options explained to him, and was offered a suitable private rented property shortly after.
Fraser and Claire
| Age |
36 |
| Local Authority |
Moray
|
| Disability |
Mental,
|
| Veteran |
Yes
|
| Household |
Couple
|
| Reason for Homelessness |
Unsafe
|
Fraser and Claire’s Story
Fraser is a veteran who has been living in a council tenancy, and he and his partner have been victim to targeted abuse and harassment. This has impacted on his mental health and they have both been very anxious. They have been moving between both of their parents, and their property. They have applied as homeless, and are waiting for temporary accommodation.
How Homeless Housing Options Helped
Their broker is liaising with his local authority to ensure he is given suitable temporary accommodation.
Blair
| Age |
25 |
| Local Authority |
Edinburgh
|
| Disability |
Mental,
|
| Veteran |
No
|
| Household |
Single
|
| Reason for Homelessness |
Notice to Leave
|
Blair’s Story
Blair is currently renting a room in a flat with 3 other people. The landlord is now selling the flat and Blair is struggling to source alternative accommodation.
Suzie
| Age |
29 |
| Local Authority |
Angus
|
| Disability |
Multiple Disabilities,
|
| Veteran |
No
|
| Household |
Single Parent Family
|
| Reason for Homelessness |
Sofa Surfing
|
Suzie’s Story
Following a relationship breakdown, Suzie and her 3 children are having to sleep on the floor at her sister’s home. Suzie suffers from mental health issues.
Zoe
| Age |
40 |
| Local Authority |
West Lothian
|
| Disability |
Multiple Disabilities,
|
| Veteran |
No
|
| Household |
Single Parent Family
|
| Reason for Homelessness |
Unsafe
|
Zoe’s Story
Zoe was renting her home from a friend, but they have now fallen out. She has a neurological disability, plus her child has autism. She is concerned about moving into temporary accommodation due to her son’s autism.
How Homeless Housing Options Helped
Zoe’s broker liaised with her local authority to make sure she will be given temporary accommodation that is suitable for her needs.
Iain
| Age |
68 |
| Local Authority |
Dumfries & Galloway
|
| Disability |
Physical,
|
| Veteran |
Yes
|
| Household |
Single
|
| Reason for Homelessness |
Sofa Surfing
|
Iain’s Story
Iain is in his late 60s. He owned his own property but had to give it up as his mobility was declining. He is currently living in his friend’s spare room but needs his own property.
Joseph
| Age |
33 |
| Local Authority |
Argyll & Bute
|
| Veteran |
Yes
|
| Household |
Single
|
| Reason for Homelessness |
Service Leavers
|
Joseph’s Story
Joseph is leaving the army, and has to leave his service accommodation. He needs a property close to his support network.
How Homeless Housing Options Helped
Joseph has been assisted with a homeless application to his chosen local authority and is now awaiting the offer of permanent accommodation.
Gina
| Age |
43 |
| Local Authority |
East Lothian
|
| Disability |
Multiple Disabilities,
|
| Veteran |
Yes
|
| Household |
Single Parent Family
|
| Reason for Homelessness |
Financial Difficulties
|
Gina’s Story
Gina has physical and mental disabilities, and is living in a private rented property. She is an armed forces veteran. She has recently had notice of a rent increase and can no longer afford to live there. She is in financial difficulty due to having to reduce her working hours.
How Homeless Housing Options Helped
Gina was referred to a debt advice agency and given information about veteran housing options.
Michael
| Age |
50 |
| Local Authority |
North Lanarkshire
|
| Disability |
Multiple Disabilities,
|
| Veteran |
Yes
|
| Household |
Single
|
| Reason for Homelessness |
Unsafe
|
Michael’s Story
Michael is a military veteran with physical and mental disabilities. He had to flee an abusive partner and currently has nowhere to go.
Sandy
| Age |
48 |
| Local Authority |
West Lothian
|
| Disability |
Physical,
|
| Veteran |
No
|
| Household |
Single
|
| Reason for Homelessness |
Unsafe
|
Sandy’s Story
Sandra is recovering from major surgery and lives in a social rental with her adult son. Her son is emotionally volatile and Sandra does not feel safe living with him. She is currently staying in a hotel paid for by her family.
How Homeless Housing Options Helped
Sandra was supported to put on a homeless application and was given suitable temporary accommodation.
Hamish
| Age |
35 |
| Local Authority |
Midlothian
|
| Disability |
Mental,
|
| Veteran |
Yes
|
| Household |
Single
|
| Reason for Homelessness |
Service Leavers
|
Hamish’s Story
Hamish has had to leave the army at very short notice. He is currently in service accommodation but will need to leave very soon. He has PTSD and finds it difficult to speak to people.
Jennifer
| Age |
37 |
| Local Authority |
West Lothian
|
| Disability |
Mental,
|
| Veteran |
No
|
| Household |
Single
|
| Reason for Homelessness |
Unsafe
|
Jennifer’s Story
Jennifer is renting from family, but due to a breakdown in relations she no longer feels safe in the property, and doesn’t have a tenancy agreement. She has poor mental health and is struggling to find appropriate accommodation.
How Homeless Housing Options Helped
Jennifer has some savings that could be used for a deposit on a home – so she has been given information on assisted buying schemes.
Eilidh
| Age |
19 |
| Local Authority |
Fife
|
| Veteran |
Yes
|
| Household |
Single
|
| Reason for Homelessness |
Service LeaversSofa Surfing
|
Eilidh’s Story
Eilidh is 19 and recently left the army. She was living with her partner but they have now split up. Her income is low and she is currently sofa surfing.
How Homeless Housing Options Helped
Eilidh was given information on how to apply as homeless and access temporary accommodation.
Laura
| Age |
34 |
| Local Authority |
Renfrewshire
|
| Disability |
Mental,
|
| Veteran |
No
|
| Household |
Single Parent Family
|
| Reason for Homelessness |
Notice to Leave
|
Laura’s Story
Laura has been living in a private rental. The landlord is now selling the property to Laura’s ex-partner. She is currently on maternity leave and has very low income. She has had to move into her sister’s for the time being.
How Homeless Housing Options Helped
Laura was supported to apply as homeless and access temporary accommodation and is now awaiting an offer of a permanent property.
Ron
| Age |
56 |
| Local Authority |
Inverclyde
|
| Veteran |
No
|
| Household |
Single
|
| Reason for Homelessness |
Financial Difficulties
|
Ron’s Story
Ron is 55 and in financial difficulty – resulting in him being in mortgage arrears. His property is close to being repossessed.
How Homeless Housing Options Helped
Ron was referred to CAB for help with applying to the Homeowners Support Fund.
