Accomodation and Tenancy
Social workers play a crucial role in assisting iCare clients with accommodation and tenancy by providing guidance, advocacy, and support to ensure they have access to suitable housing and can effectively manage their tenancy obligations. This support is particularly valuable for individuals who have experienced workplace injuries or accidents and may face challenges in securing and maintaining appropriate housing.
Key ways social workers can help
Housing Assessment: Social workers assess the housing needs of iCare clients, considering accessibility, affordability, and suitability to the client's specific circumstances.
Housing Search: They help clients find suitable accommodation options, taking into account the client's injury-related needs, accessibility, and budget.
Tenancy Education: Social workers provide information and guidance on tenancy rights and responsibilities, including how to navigate the leasing process, understand lease agreements, and fulfill obligations like paying rent and maintaining the property.
Advocacy: Social workers advocate for the rights of iCare clients in disputes with landlords or property managers, ensuring they are treated fairly and receive necessary accommodations.
Examples
A social worker assists an injured worker in identifying wheelchair-accessible housing options, coordinating property viewings, and helping them understand their tenancy rights.
A social worker helps a client navigate disputes with a landlord over necessary accessibility modifications, advocating for the required accommodations to be made.
A social worker educates a client on their responsibilities as a tenant, ensuring they understand how to pay rent on time, report maintenance issues, and keep their living space in good condition.
“I can't thank my social worker enough for helping me find accessible housing after my injury. Their guidance and advocacy made a world of difference, and I now have a comfortable place to live."
- Michael, iCare Client.
“My social worker made sure I understood my tenancy rights and responsibilities. They were there to support me through disputes with my landlord, and I'm grateful for their advocacy."
- Sarah, iCare Client.
