What client group does Grenfell work with?
Who can refer people to Grenfell?
How can I be referred to Grenfell?
What can I do to support Grenfell?
How much is the Rent?
What services does Grenfell offer other than housing?
Can I live at Grenfell if I am unemployed?
Do I get my own room?
Will Grenfell find me a flat?
Can I live with my partner/child?
Does Grenfell have male/female only properties?
How long does it take to get housed if I am on the waiting list?
How long can tenants stay at Grenfell?
How many people will I have to share a house with?
How can my organisation become a referral agent for Grenfell?
Where are the properties?
Can the Grenfell Team.....?


What client group does Grenfell work with?

Single homeless people aged 16-30 with a support need. Grenfell manages properties on behalf of South London Family Housing Association in Mitcham, and a foyer project (The Grenfell Foyer) with properties in the London Boroughs of Merton, Kingston, Sutton and Wandsworth. Those referred to the Foyer must make a commitment to attending training/education.


Who can refer people to Grenfell?

Grenfell has an agreed list of referral agents. However, for certain schemes referral from a family member or employer etc. may be accepted. Phone for details.


How can I be referred to Grenfell?

See details on referral agencies link.


What can I do to support Grenfell?

- Fundraising Event
- Volunteer your skills (E.g. Training; Mentoring; DIY; Gardening; Painting/Decorating)
- Cash toward our tenant Welfare Fund


How much is the Rent?

The rent at all schemes is between £70.00 and £80.00. Those on benefits and low income can get help with paying the rent via Housing Benefit.


What services does Grenfell offer other than housing?

Training courses, support and preparation for independent living. Opportunities for tenants to participate in the running of the schemes.


Can I live at Grenfell if I am unemployed?

Yes. Housing Benefit will help you pay your rent.


Do I get my own room?

Yes, although you share communal facilities.


Will Grenfell find me a flat?

Very rarely, due to a shortage of social housing in the areas in which we work. Most tenants will have to move into private accommodation at the end of their stay.


Can I live with my partner/child?

No. GHA houses single homeless people only.


Does Grenfell have male/female only properties?

Yes, we do. Although most properties are mixed.


How long does it take to get housed if I am on the waiting list?

Grenfell tries to keep waiting lists as short as possible to reduce the time people have to wait. It's impossible to estimate how long someone will have to wait as it depends on a suitable vacancy coming up. We try to match individuals to vacancies and people also need to bear in mind the profile of our client group; therefore we cannot always house the person who has been longest on the list first. It's important for all people to keep in contact with us, particularly when their circumstances change.


How long can tenants stay at Grenfell?

7-bed shared house – Tenure: Up to 2 years.
16-bed shared house – Tenure: Up to 1 year.
Grenfell Foyer Scheme: Up to 2 years.

The length of stay is only a guideline and is dependant on the move-on accommodation available and the tenant's readiness for move-on.


How many people will I have to share a house with?

7 bed spaces – 2 to 3 people
Foyer – 2 to 4 people sharing a house/flat
16 bed sits – 5 shared bathrooms


How can my organisation become a referral agent for Grenfell?

Organisations wishing to become a referral agent should ring the Housing Services Manager to discuss it. Some of our referral agents have to be agreed by the local authorities. Before an organization becomes a referral agent they will need to visit Grenfell.


Where are the properties?

The properties are located in Sutton, Wandsworth, Merton and Kingston.


Can the Grenfell Team.....?

Send us an email with any question or problem and we will research the issue and respond within 5 working days. (FOR GRENFELL TENANTS ONLY!)