Information for professionals

Find information for professionals, volunteers and councillors who want to support residents at risk of homelessness.

Active Inclusion Newcastle

Find out about Active Inclusion Newcastle, who we are, what we do and how you can get involved.

Homelessness and rough sleeping strategy

Read about Newcastle City Council’s plan to stop homelessness with the Homelessness and Sleeping Rough strategy.

Duty to refer

Report homelessness to Newcastle City Council if you think someone is homeless or might become homeless and find out how to get emergency housing advice.

Supporting Independence Scheme (SIS)

The Supporting Independence Scheme (SIS) helps people in Newcastle who need support to live on their own. It gives help to people who are moving into a new home or need things to live safely and comfortably.

Newcastle Gateway

The Newcastle Gateway is a secure web-based single access point where professionals working with Newcastle residents at risk of homelessness or financial exclusion can refer to local homelessness accommodation and housing-related support services, and make applications to the Supporting Independence Scheme.