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Am I homeless?

Usually you have to be considered ‘legally homeless’ before you get help. But what does that mean? If you are worried about your living situation, here’s how to tell if the council has to house you and suggestions about what to do next.

https://www.themix.org.uk/housing/housing-problems/am-i-homeless-8107.html
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Get a place to stay if you're homeless and on the streets

Information about how to get emergency housing from the council or into a hostel or nightshelter. (Content applies to England only.)

https://england.shelter.org.uk/housing_advice/homelessness/get_a_place_to_stay_i…
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Get practical help if you're on the streets

You can get help with everyday needs other than housing while you're homeless and sleeping on the street. Links to practical tips about getting free food, showers, access to benefits and healthcare. 

https://england.shelter.org.uk/housing_advice/homelessness/get_practical_help_if…
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Get help - emergency housing advice

Information about how to get help and advice if you are homeless. It is important to get advice as early as you can. If there's no time to get advice before you become homeless, it is still worth getting advice once you are homeless. You might have rights or housing options you don't know about. (Content applies to England only.)

https://england.shelter.org.uk/get_help
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