A former member of the armed forces
If you have recently been in the armed forces or the reserves, you may be entitled to additional priority on the Council’s Housing Register. You will need to state on your application that you used to be in the forces and provide information to support this.
If you are leaving the armed forces, you have the right to approach any local housing authority for assistance, regardless of your local connection to that area. Some local authorities, including St Albans, may give additional priority to former members of the armed forces on their council’s housing register.
You can apply to the St Albans City and District Housing Register at: https://www.stalbanshomechoice.co.uk
If you are a former member of the armed forces threatened with homelessness there are a variety of support options available to you.
Army Benevolent Fund Toggle accordion
The Army Benevolent Fund can support the Army family with the many housing issues they may face. This might involve awarding grants for urgent repairs, or helping an individual in financial distress to avoid eviction and homelessness.
https://armybenevolentfund.org/need-our-help/individual-grants/
Hertfordshire Heroes Toggle accordion
Hertfordshire Heroes can help veterans in the Hertfordshire area access various support services.
Office for Veterans' Affairs Toggle accordion
The Officer for Veterans' Affairs (part of the Ministry of Defence) lead the UK government's efforts to ensure our veterans get the respect, support and recognition they deserve and are owed due to their service.
https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/office-for-veterans-affairs
SSAFA – The Armed Forces Charity Toggle accordion
SAFA – The Armed Forces Charity can help all current and former members of the armed forces. They can provide and assist with finding housing, give advice on debt/ welfare and offer support for the families of veterans and serving personnel.
The Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund Toggle accordion
The Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund offers support to veterans of the RAF in financial need. Grants can help with living costs and a variety of unexpected financial burdens.
The Royal British Veterans Enterprise Toggle accordion
The Royal British Veterans Enterprise provide assistance in finding housing and employment. They may also be able to provide temporary accommodation.
Website: https://rbve.org.uk/
The Royal Navy Benevolent Trust Toggle accordion
The Royal Naval Benevolent Trust can provide help to both veterans and serving members of the Royal Navy. The Trust may be able to provide assistance with rental arrears, furnishing your home and debt relief.