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To be able to start looking for Local Authority housing you need to register with Home Finder. https://www.islandhomefinder.org.uk/

It is important to ensure that all your information on your Home Finder account is up to date and current - remember to add all relevant information including medical information and update this if there are any changes.

To apply for Home finder you need to meet the criteria

https://www.islandhomefinder.org.uk/content/HousingRegister/QualifyingPersons

If you are looking to do a swap then register here https://www.homeswapper.co.uk/

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Hi I'm Charlie, your virtual assistant. I will explain how to use this online noticeboard (Padlet). 

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Hi I'm Charlie, your virtual assistant. I will explain how to use this online noticeboard (Padlet). 

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Please use the column headings to find the information you need

Then scroll down the column to see the information

Click on the links to view the information

To find other headings please scroll right

If you are using a mobile you can click on the 3 dots on this post and choose start slide show. This makes it easier to look through the information on a smaller screen.

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Isle of Wight Council - housing support and advice

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Southern housing -

https://www.southernhousing.org.uk/

0300 303 1772

Southern housing complaints

0800 121 6060

service.centre@southernhousing.org.uk

Sovereign housing

https://www.sng.org.uk/

Sovereign housing repairs

0300 500 0926

Vectis housing

https://www.vectishousing.co.uk/

Repairs 01983 520353

Enquiries 01983 525985

enquiries@vectishousing.co.uk

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Always try and contact your allocated housing officer in the first instance.

You can contact the Local Authority Housing solutions team on: 01983 823040

or follow the link for online reporting

https://www.iow.gov.uk/housing-and-adult-social-care/housing-services/housing-registered-provider/housing-registered-provider-complaints-process/

Or contact your housing provider directly

Vectis housing

Repairs 01983 520353

Sovereign Housing

report a repair  0300 500 0926

Southern housing

complaints 0800 121 6060

Housing Ombudsman

https://www.housing-ombudsman.org.uk/

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Applications to Island Home Finder will be assessed and you will be placed in one of five bands according to your housing needs.

Home finder allocation policy.

https://iwc.iow.gov.uk/documentlibrary/download/local-connection-evidence

If you have a medical or welfare need which is being adversely affected by your current housing, then you may be placed into a higher band.  However, some medical and welfare needs will remain whether you are moved to an alternative home or not. In these instances, your medical or welfare need may not be taken into consideration.

How will this be assessed?

Any information you have supplied on your application form will be considered against the agreed banding as shown above.  You may be asked to supply additional information and if your need relates to a medical condition we may, if further information is required and with your permission, contact your GP or other healthcare provider for more information.

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For information about housing on the Isle of Wight click the above link. This will take you to the Isle of Wight Councils housing information page.

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The Isle of Wight Council - The best place to find local government services and information

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IW Family Information Hub | Housing, finance and legal advice

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If you find yourself experiencing financial difficulties, we have services available to help. You can also access debt support services, money management and legal advice. Please see our related links below for useful resources.

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Support and guidance around housing challenges.

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Pan Together - Form Filling & Money Management

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Pan Together - Form Filling & Money Management

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Support and guidance with form filling and managing finances.

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Pan Together - Form Filling & Money Management