Nadiya Long-Term Housing Programme

Nadiya's Long-term Housing Programme provides interest-and-fee free loans to refugees. Their aim is to reduce the barriers that refugees face when trying to rent in the private sector. They can provide the following support:

• Loan the required up-front rent to secure the property

• Loan the required tenancy deposit

• Serve as a guarantor for the period up to 12 months

• Loan furniture for as long as required

Domestic Abuse Support

Domestic abuse, includes physical, emotional and sexual abuse in couple relationships or between family members. Domestic violence or abuse can happen to anyone. Find out how to recognise the signs and where to get help. You do not have to wait for an emergency situation to find help. If domestic abuse is happening to you, it's important to tell someone and remember you're not alone.

• do you change your behaviour because you’re frightened of your partner’s reaction?

• do you feel that you’re walking on eggshells?

• do you feel controlled, or isolated?

• does someone limit your control over your own money?

• do they play mind games and make you doubt your judgment?

If you answered yes to any of these questions then there is help available for you.

You can contact the Hackney Domestic Abuse Team or ask someone else to contact them ( for example your doctor, housing officer or social worker) on 02083564458 or 02083564459 or dais@hackney.gov.uk. 

If you are in immediate danger, always call the police on 999.

If you want to speak to someone outside office hours:

• call the National Domestic Violence Helpline on 0808 2000 247. It is free to call and always open. They can help you find a women’s refuge.