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Emergency housing refers to short-term housing that lasts only one night or over the weekend. Usually, individuals in need of emergency housing can seek assistance at the Hietaniemenkatu Service Centre, where staff can also direct them to Alppikatu or Inarintie locations. Emergency housing is provided free of charge. Additionally, some locations accept individuals who are intoxicated.
Temporary housing serves as a short-term solution to assist individuals in transitioning towards a more permanent housing option. You can obtain a temporary apartment through adult social work or by contacting the Hietaniemenkatu Service Centre for the unhoused. Temporary housing incurs a fee, and the accommodation is allocated based on a needs assessment.
Supported housing provides the assistance of social work professionals to support you during your stay. The level of support can vary from full-time to part-time, depending on your specific needs. The allocation of a transitional apartment is determined through a needs assessment process. The duration of your stay in the transitional apartment is determined by the length of time you require assistance. Rent is applicable for the transitional apartment.
Reach out to your landlord and discuss the possibility of establishing a payment plan to address your rent arrears. If the social assistance provided by Kela is insufficient to cover your outstanding payments, consider applying for supplementary or preventive social assistance from the City of Helsinki. This additional support can help alleviate your financial burden.
See the instructions for applying for supplementary or preventive social assistance
You can ask for help and advice for rent payment difficulties from Housing Support Services.
Discover a wide range of affordable and highly desirable Heka rental homes available in nearly every neighbourhood. To apply for an apartment, simply complete an application form. Please note that while you cannot choose a specific apartment, we assess housing needs, urgency, and search criteria to make tailored housing offers. Our goal is to provide suitable housing options based on your requirements and availability.
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