Homelessness

There’s no single solution to the complex challenges that contribute to homelessness. Explore the local services below to find assistance for yourself or someone you care about.

Please note: response times vary, Council is not responsible for changes to services and that whilst this list is updated regularly it may not capture them all.

Local services

Link2Home
24/7 NSW hotline for immediate crisis accommodation and homelessness support
1800 152 152

Bridge Housing
Crisis accommodation and housing support
Level 1/660-664 Pittwater Rd, Brookvale NSW 2100
02 8324 0800

Mission Australia - Ebbs House
Accommodation with support
174 Old Pittwater Rd, Brookvale
9902 5100

Northern Beaches Women’s Shelter
Emergency housing and assistance for women
9977 7772

Women and Children First
Emergency housing and assistance for women and children
9971 4499

LocalKind
Community drop-in, material aid & support
52 Raglan St, Manly
9977 1066

Mission Australia - Homelessness Early Intervention - Northern Sydney
Support for people at risk of homelessness
9480 2500

Ask Izzy
A free search tool to help you or someone you know find shelter, food, health, and other essential support.
If you are concerned with the immediate health, safety or wellbeing of a person or those around them please contact police or ambulance by dialling Triple Zero (000).

Community food services

There are a range of free and low-cost food services currently operating on the Northern Beaches.

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Help with day-to-day needs

If you need help with other types of practical assistance.

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Domestic and family violence

Click find out more to view resources and information if you or someone you know may be experiencing abuse.

If you are in immediate danger, please call Triple Zero (000).

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Mental health support

Read more about mental health services on the Northern Beaches.

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Housing

If you are having difficulty paying your rent or home loan.

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Financial hardship

If you, or someone you know, is experiencing financial hardship, then take a look at our list of resources and information.

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Council’s response to homelessness in public spaces

Council respects the rights of all members of the community, including those who are homeless, to use public places and to live in a safe environment.

Our Homelessness in Public Places Determination commits Council to treating all people experiencing homelessness with respect and dignity and in a non-discriminatory manner.

The Determination guides Council’s approach to responding to people experiencing homelessness in public places, encouraging a coordinated response between Council and other key stakeholders so that people are offered support and to manage any impacts on public safety and amenity for the broader community.

This Determination was written in accordance with the NSW Protocol for Homeless People in Public Places.

If you have concerns about the welfare of a person who may be experiencing homelessness, please email communitydevelopment@northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au