You are legally homeless if you have nowhere to live or if it is not safe or reasonable to stay where you are. This includes situations involving domestic abuse, sofa surfing, living in a hostel, overcrowded or unsafe housing, or accommodation that harms your health.
Safe, stable housing is important for both physical and mental wellbeing. Poor or unstable housing can make health problems worse and make it harder to access support. Preventing homelessness early is the most effective approach.
Your local council must help if you are homeless or at risk. They may support you to stay in your current home, help you find somewhere else, or provide temporary accommodation. You can still access healthcare, benefits, banking and voting even without a permanent address.
Free, confidential advice is available from Citizens Advice Scotland (see contact details below). If you are homeless or at risk in the next six months, seek support as soon as possible.
Self-Help -
If you are facing homelessness, contact your local housing authority early and provide any evidence such as an eviction letter. You may also be able to get free legal advice through Legal Aid- Legal Aid- MyGov.Scot.
Housing & Homelessness
Dundee- Housing Support Services:
Service | Contact | When to Use | Hours |
0800 633 5843 or 01382 432001 (9am-5pm) | IMMEDIATE RISK- Emergency | 24/7 | |
Free Helpline: 0808 800 4444 | Legal Advice, Advocacy, Repairs | Office Hours | |
Dundee Branch- 01382 214633 | Money, Legal, Housing, Consumer Advice | Office Hours | |
0808 808 2282 | Fuel Poverty, Warm Homes | Office Hours | |
01382 433003/ homefinder@dundeecity.gov.uk | Helps people find and maintain good?quality, affordable homes in the private rented sector. | Office Hours | |
07938191450/ parishnursing@outlook.com | Provides twice?weekly drop?in support for people experiencing homelessness or at risk, including those facing health and social inequalities, substance use issues, and loneliness. | Monday & Thursdays 1-3pm | |
07731 543 928 | Free wash & shower facilities. | Office Hours |
Perth & Kinross- Housing Support Services:
Service | Contact | When to Use | Hours |
0800 917 0708 or 01738 476000 | IMMEDIATE RISK- Emergency Homelessness Assessment & Support | 24/7 | |
Free Helpline: 0808 800 4444 | Legal Advice, Advocacy, Repairs | Office Hours | |
Perth Branch- 0808 196 9440 | Money, Legal, Housing, Consumer Advice | Office Hours | |
0808 808 2282 | Fuel Poverty, Warm Homes | Office Hours |
Angus- Housing Support Services:
Service | Contact | When to Use | Hours |
03452 777 778 | IMMEDIATE RISK- Emergency Homelessness Assessment & Support | 24/7 | |
Free Helpline: 0808 800 4444 | Legal Advice, Advocacy, Repairs | Office Hours | |
Angus Branch- 01241 870661 | Money, Legal, Housing, Consumer Advice | Office Hours | |
0808 808 2282 | Fuel Poverty, Warm Homes | Office Hours |