Finding a rental flat for someone with mental health problems

HampshireH

ognum said:

[Deleted User] said:

Turns out it's basically impossible to get a place for someone like him, because every landlord won't entertain someone reliant on benefits.

Have you considered aither you or a family member acting as guarantor?  This would give any LL a means of guaranteeing the rent should any issues arise.

OP said that the parents would be guarentors.

OP go to the council anyway they usually have a list of private landlords they work with in addition to their social housing allocations.

I would suggest you taking him for a Housing options appt. Not just a phone call, ask to see someone and spend some time reviewing his options.

Be mindful flats don't just appear and it can take years to get social housing or even private rentals.

housebuyer143

[Deleted User] said:

Turns out it's basically impossible to get a place for someone like him, because every landlord won't entertain someone reliant on benefits.

If you tell the housing association etc that you are having to kick him out and give a date they would potentially move him up the list as he will be at risk of homelessness, however single male will probably just be put in a hostel while they look for more permanent accommodation and if he has mental health issues, I don't think it's probably the best place for him. 
Keep looking though because people on benefits do get private rentals, you just need to avoid agencies and look at places like Facebook, word of mouth.