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Council moved me other side off my family and friend, feeling isolated and depression getting worse

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Laughlivelove3002 · 30/01/2023 21:41

Hi just wondered if anyone has any advice for me, would be much appreciated.

so in 2021 my landlord issued me with a section 21 and I was evicted from my home off 8 years leaving me homeless. I was a 10 minute walk from work, my mum lived down the road, my aunt was around the corner and my daughters school was a 5 minute walk away, I had everyone around me and I relied on them when I was having low days.
After 6 months of being homeless the I was a successful bidder on the local authorities council list. I was offered a place across the other side of the city, a hours bus drive, a 2 hour walk, there’s not even any public transport on this side of the housing estate. My aunt died 6 months ago and both my grandparents passed away last year. I have always suffered with anxiety and depression but my depression has plummeted and I am feeling really alone. I don’t have the effort anymore to go out and I feel like I have lost my support network. I have tried to find a house swap to be close to my family as seeing my mum and sister helps me so much but because I live so far out nobody is interested in swapping. I am so desperate to be closer to my family again.
do you think If I got a supporting letter from my doctor I would be able to go back on the housing register for medical needs?

OP posts:
nalabae · 13/02/2023 23:04

Go back through the council and get them to find a landlord for you to rent from

takethedevilledeggs · 13/02/2023 23:28

It's worth a try OP. Absolutely do not be tempted to give up your tenancy for a private rental. It might seem like a good solution in the short time but it would be a terrible idea.

user40643 · 13/02/2023 23:54

do you think If I got a supporting letter from my doctor I would be able to go back on the housing register for medical needs?

I doubt it.
There must be a shortage of properties in the original area.

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