Emergency Accommodation

If you’re in crisis and need somewhere safe to stay, these services can help:

Shrewsbury Ark

Emergency shelter during severe weather.
Hot meals, welfare checks, and overnight accommodation.

Shrewsbury Homes For All (SHFA)

Offers housing advice, tenancy support, and financial help.
Can assist with rent-in-advance and bond schemes.

Need Help?

If you’re unsure where to start, Shropshire Council’s Housing Options team can help assess your situation and connect you with the right support.

Other Local Support Providers

While STAR Housing is here to support you, there are also other organisations in Shropshire offering specialist housing and emergency accommodation services:

SASH (Shropshire Association for Supported Housing)

Offers supported housing for adults with mental health needs.
Helps people live independently with gentle, non-intrusive support.

Be-You Housing

Provides housing for people with autism, learning disabilities, or mental health challenges.
Offers both shared and self-contained accommodation.

beyouhousing.co.uk

Shropshire Housing Alliance

Offers housing advice and bedsit schemes for young people
Supports those at risk of homelessness

www.wrekin.com

How Shropshire Council can help

If you’re homeless or at risk of becoming homeless, Shropshire Council is responsible for supporting you.

If the Council agrees that you are homeless and in priority need, they will provide you with temporary accommodation while they work with you to find a permanent housing solution.

For further advice and support:

Call Shropshire Council on 0345 678 9005

Shropshire Council Housing options and homelessness