Already Homeless
If you have just become homeless, or are sleeping rough and need advice for getting off the street, there are a number of support services to help you or someone you may know.
Homeless Support
You don't have to be sleeping on the streets to be considered homeless.
You can apply for help even if you have somewhere to live but it's not suitable. For example, if you're staying on a friend's sofa or your home is overcrowded.
You can also apply for help if you've been given a valid section 21 eviction notice which ends within 8 weeks.
Can you find me somewhere to sleep?
Preston City Council may be able to help you find accommodation if you have recently become homeless through the homeless assessment.
- Please call 01772 906412 - office hours
- 01772 906014 - out of office hours
Citizens Advice
Citizens Advice has information on what to do if you get a section 21 notice.
How much help you get depends on your circumstances. If you're not a British Citizen, applying for homeless help could affect your right to stay in the UK.
Contact your nearest Citizens Advice before applying for help.
If you're aged 16 to 17 or you've recently been living in care, Lancashire County Council social services maybe able to help you with housing.
Is there any night shelters in Preston?
There are no night shelters for adults rough sleeping in Preston.
There are a number of soup kitchens and 'drop ins' offering free or cheap meals.
I want to overcome my drug and alcohol addiction?
Recovery.org.uk offers a rehab live search listing every alcohol and drug rehab in Preston and helps you decide on the best option for your recovery.
I want to get back into employment
Recycling Lives is a Preston based charity that helps homeless people to rebuild their lives through training, support and work experience.
Emmaus offers homeless people a supportive place to live, work experience and training in their social enterprises to people move on with their lives.
Visit Job centre Plus Preston for help finding a job. Opening hours are weekdays 8am - 6pm
