Housing Support - What You Need To Know

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Housing Support - What You Need To Know

We understand that housing issues can be stressful. If you need help with a housing application, follow these simple steps:

Step 1: Apply for Housing Through Your Local Council

Housing applications are managed by Newham Council. You must apply online through My Newham:
🔗 Apply for Council Housing

Newham Council's new Housing Allocation Scheme has further information on who qualifies for social housing- Click Here.

Step 2: If Applying for Medical Priority Housing

If you are applying for a council home due to medical reasons, follow these steps:

1️⃣ Complete the council’s Medical Application Form:Click here
2️⃣ Gather relevant medical evidence to support your application, such as:

Medical letters or reports
Prescription records
Occupational health reports
Hospital discharge summaries
Patient summary from your GP - you can request this here

3️⃣ Submit your application by email:
📩 Send your form and evidence to housing.register@newham.gov.uk
✍️ Use this subject line: ‘Medical’ + First line of your address + Application reference number

Step 3: Get the Right Support

If you need help understanding the process or finding the right support, visit the Housing Hub:
🔗 Newham Housing Hub

Step 4: Access Your Medical Records (If Needed)

If you want to include medical details in your application, the best way is to use your own medical record.
✅ Download the NHS App to access and print your records.
✅ If you can’t use the app, request a free printout here

Important Information

🚫 We do not provide letters of support for housing applications, as they are rarely needed and often do not impact the outcome.
📩 If the council needs extra medical details, they will contact us directly with your consent.
💰 There is a charge for any medical reports requested by third parties. To view fees: Click here

Can I Still Request a Letter?

Patients can request a letter, but this is considered non-NHS work and will incur a charge of £40.

We only provide factual information and do not offer opinions on housing applications.
If we cannot fulfill a request, we may issue a copy of your medical records instead.

Need Urgent Help? Are You Homeless or About to Lose Your Home?

If you don’t have anywhere to live, or you’re about to be evicted, you may be able to get emergency help.

Contact Newham Council’s Homelessness Prevention and Advice Service (HPAS) right away.

✅ They can help if:

You’re homeless
You’re staying with friends or family and must leave soon
You’re being evicted or at risk of losing your home

📩 Apply for support through their online form:
🔗 Apply to HPAS

The council will look at your situation and tell you what help you can get.

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Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

First 4 Health Group

Last Updated: 23/04/2025

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