Features and benefits
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Highlights high spending
Highlights high spending by comparing user’s budget to standard amounts
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Discuss housing choices
Help tenants see the impact of moving home
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Maximise income
Maximise income for residents at risk and guide them through welfare changes
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Legal obligation
Meet your legal duties when carrying out affordability assessments
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Impact of work
Demonstrate the financial benefits of moving into work
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Budgeting support
Allows assistance with budgeting support if needed
Why is the homelessness prevention tool important?
The Homelessness Prevention Tool helps local authorities to carry out affordability assessments. It also assists people at risk of homelessness and provides personal budgeting support. The tool analyses a client’s individual options, including maximising benefits entitlement, the effect of moving home or the impact of moving into work.
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Maidstone Borough Council
The Housing Advice team in Maidstone started using the new Homelessness prevention tool this year to help prevent eviction when their tenants experience rent arrears. They use the tool to assess a client’s income and expenditure so they are able to decide if an affordable payment plan or an alternative offer of accommodation can resolve problems with tenancies. Tenants complete the tool prior to their appointment allowing more time to help them understand what needs to happen to prevent and alleviate their homelessness during their follow up advice session.
How much does the tool cost?
The homelessness prevention tool is available on its own or as an add-on to the benefits calculator. The subscription depends on the number of households in your local authority. Get in touch for a quotation today.
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