Housing & Benefits Advice

Manna House has long provided housing and benefits advice as part of its core service.

Our Benefits and Housing Advisors have a wealth of experience working with issues of homelessness and they bring a warmth and vitality to the work which immediately puts clients at ease.

We provide advice every Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday (from 10 am to 2 pm) at our Drop In session at The Stephenson Centre, Ann Street, Kendal. At other times you are welcome to phone for an appointment 01539 725534, or knock on the door and ask to speak to a member of staff when we are open if it is urgent.

We can help with things like:

  • Homeless applications to the Council
  • Getting the right benefits
  • Advice and support to appeal housing and benefit decisions
  • Use of the internet to search for accommodation
  • Support and information to deal with any landlord issues

Or we can refer or signpost you to other agencies in the local area who may be best placed to help you; they may even be able to meet you at Manna House if this feels more comfortable.

“Manna House gave me fantastic advice and such a warm welcome.” – a housing and benefits advice client