People with a disability or illness may qualify for public housing, and may also be eligible for priority housing.
Other assistance includes:
1. Special Assistance Subsidy
Sometimes special or modified accommodation is required that is in high demand and cannot be immediately provided by Housing NSW. If this means a client is disadvantaged, Housing NSW may offer the following:
There is no separate application form for special assistance. If you are applying for housing assistance for the first time you must complete the:
See the Special Assistance Subsidy Fact Sheet (PDF file, 241KB) for an overview.
2. Rentstart
Rentstart provides financial assistance for people who have found a private rental property and who need help with the bond, and in some cases, advance rent.
3. Commonwealth Rent Assistance
People with a disability or illness may also qualify for Commonwealth Rent Assistance. See Centrelink Rent Assistance.
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