Due to family problems, he has no money due not working and not been able to get a job due to getting himself a criminal record. He has been to the council on numerous occasions and they dont seem to want to help....what else does he have to do to become a priority....he is homeless, no money, he is on medication for depression, please can someone advise me or give me any advise as nothing seems to be improving!
2006-11-26 23:12:54 · 26 answers · asked by KLW 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Other - Politics & Government
Of course he is staying with me, but i live with other people to so i have other people to think off!!!
2006-11-27 00:05:41 · update #1
so your dating a tramp now
2006-11-26 23:14:17 · answer #1 · answered by del 4 · 6⤊ 8⤋
Well of course he is going to find it difficult to get a house with the council. You have to be a teenage mum, a refugee, or a single parent with 20 odd kids before the council will help anyone. Furthermore, because he is staying with you, and thus has a roof over his head the council do not view him as 'homeless'. To be regarded as homeless by the council, you have to actually be living out on the streets. And even then they probably wouldn't even help him!
Just because your boyfriend has a criminal record does not mean he cannot get a job. There are jobs out there that employ ex convicts providing they are on the straight and narrow now. Also has he thought about going on training courses to help himself get a job - if he speaks to someone from the job centre i am sure they can point him in the right direction and give him options.
2006-11-27 01:06:31 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
there's hostels for homeless people - try the council. The important thing is to find work - any work - since this will give him an income and, most important, some self-esteem. Don't be fussy about the work - McDonalds is fine, some stores are hiring staff for the Xmas rush, supermarkets, etc. He should be honest about his criminal record and state what he did and also express his regret - this is important for a potential employer, after all we all make mistakes but your boyfriend's attitude when talking about it will determine whether he is likely to get hired.
The depression medication doesn't sound great - that can have some distinct personality changes. The best cure for depression is to raise one's self esteem and expectations and, to be honest, to work and use one's time in a constructive fashion - and to receive an income - is a great confidence booster. The rest will just follow.
Good luck.
2006-11-26 23:22:56 · answer #3 · answered by gorgeousfluffpot 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Unfortunatley priority for council homes appears to go to teenage girls who have children and no family (I think its all topsy turvy though)
Could you maybe take your boyfriend in for a while, the job centre can generally help with people who have criminal records and can put people on placement programmes with the prospect of future work.
There are homeless drop-in centres and shelters around but unfortunately these can often be worse than the streets in terms of violence, drugs etc.
I wish him all the best for the future, after all everyone deserves a 2nd chance. (with the exception of rapists, child abusers and other dispicable crimes)
2006-11-26 23:25:57 · answer #4 · answered by Sophia 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it would depend on what the 'family problem' was, if he was in anyway at fault then he would be classed as intentionally homeless and won't get any help from the homelessness team.
having a criminal record does not stop you from getting a job but it depends what it was for. if it was something minor then it won't hold him back but if he's an axe murderer then it may cause some problems.
go to your local cab and they will be able to guide him in the right direction but he'll have to be honest and give them all the facts for them to aid him properly.
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xxxxxx
2006-11-26 23:31:47 · answer #5 · answered by lola 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your boyfriend is deemed non-priority by the council...as he is a single male.
You should go to your homeless direct access centre, every district has one just phone your coucil to find out where it is. They will do an interview and ring hostels that are suitable for him. Usually you do not need any money.......but he will need to be claiming benefits, he can do this with NFA.
Things will start to look up for yous love, you just need to get the right info!
Hope this helps......
2006-11-26 23:26:10 · answer #6 · answered by EMA 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
he will need to go to the housing office and tell them about his current circumstances, and say he is homeless. in some councils they will accomodate for up to 28 days while they complete a housing assessment where they look at the reason for his homelessness. they normally accomodate in a B+B or short let apartment or even homless hostle like mens DA. he can present at Mens DA himself but they are always full. its worth trying. Housing options first port of call!!
2006-11-26 23:23:53 · answer #7 · answered by aisling 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if he is homeless then the council have a legal obligation to house him. even if its only in a hostel. they only have to do this for 28 days tho and their obligation is fulfilled. i suggest he has a word with social services. this isnt an organisation for children and old ppl. they help with adults as well. tell him to keep pushing and to get on the councils nerves. they'll house him just to shut him up. he needs to keep quiet about living with you tho or he wont be classed as homeless. also suggest he seeks out empty council propertys and applies for tenancy. good luck
2006-11-27 04:52:21 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
whew... what a situation. The problems might be really getting him down more and more... But I guess if you really love him very much and he's the same with you, just hold on! At least one of you should be stronger in faith. Don't give up on him and he needs you more right now. You two can go through this together just don't give up just yet. It's a life's challenge for you two. So in my part, I think that's what I can suggest for you. Best of luck!
2006-11-26 23:29:11 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If he is on benefits cant he get a loan from the social fund as a deposit on a rented room or flat ??? Tell him to go to the local council housing office and ask for advice - they do have information on where is available in the area and how to raise a deposit. Good luck xxx
2006-11-26 23:17:44 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Depending on his age he can move into a hostel run by your local council... If he went to the social he would probably qualify for a social loan.. If all fails can't your boyfriend live with you??
2006-11-26 23:19:16 · answer #11 · answered by Lisa P 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋