People with mental health problems can sometimes experience housing difficulties, whether this involves their own home or through homelessness and when this happens it can be distressing.

These pages are designed to help you find useful information and services that can offer support and a good point of first contact.

The charity, Shelter, provides information and advice on a wide range of housing issues, includng understanding your rights, options, what to do if you are struggling in your home or are facing homelessness. Shelter has specialist housing advisers who can provide legal and practical advice.