Housing support and advice
Concerned about a rough sleeper? Alert Streetlink.
Find out about Housing Benefit on our benefits webpages.
Homelessness support
Support if you're homeless or at risk of becoming homeless, including temporary accommodation, duty to refer and helping rough sleepers.
Discretionary Housing Payment (DHP)
From 1 April 2026, the UK Government is introducing new Crisis and Resilience Fund Housing Payments, which will replace the Discretionary Housing payment.
Rent in advance and rent deposits
Help with money required up-front to move into a rented property.
Support for landlords
Information, guidance and support for landlords in West Berkshire, including our landlord incentive scheme.
Apply for the Council Tax Reduction Exceptional Hardship Fund
Find out about the Exceptional Hardship Fund if you believe that you (or a member of your family) will suffer exceptional hardship if you do not receive assistance.
Registering for a housing association home (Homechoice)
Find out about registering for the housing register to apply for a housing association home.
