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Housing Repairs
Shelter (Essex & Suffolk)

If your present accommodation is unsuitable and cannot be adapted, some housing suitable for disabled people is available from District and Borough Councils, Housing Associations and private builders.
Contact your local Council or Social Services for further information.

If you live in the Suffolk Coastal area you are advised initially to contact Suffolk Heritage Housing Association. Tel: 01728 724711

See also Adaptations & Alterations.

HOUSING REPAIRS
Free advice and help with minor building repairs.

  • Babergh - Care & Repair. Tel: 01473 825894

  • Ipswich
    - Handyperson Scheme. Tel:     01473 213690
    - Care & Repair. Tel:     01473 231550

  • Mid Suffolk - Home Improvement Agency. Tel: 01449 720711

  • Suffolk Coastal - Suffolk Coastal Helping Hand. Tel: 01394 444644

  • Waveney - Aid & Assist. Tel: 01502 586925
    (also donate second hand furniture to those in need)

  • West Suffolk - Anchor Staying Put. Tel: 01284 748820

SHELTER (ESSEX & SUFFOLK)
7 Botolphs Street, Colchester, Essex, CO2 7DU. Tel: 01206 560864.
Provides assistance and representation in housing issues and rights.