The workers in our Housing 1st team are specialists in locating private and social housing.

They go out of their way to help people find and maintain places to live with manageable rents.

If you are homeless, they can also link you with supports to overcome the reasons why you became homeless, whatever your circumstances.

YFS manages a small number of crisis accommodation properties that could provide short-term accommodation while we help you find a long-term housing solution.

Who is eligible?

You need to be aged 16 years or more from Logan or surrounds and be homeless or at risk of losing your home.

Our YFS Connect team swings into action should you need urgent assistance.

If you are homeless, YFS Connect will help you find crisis accommodation if suitable short-term housing or shelters are available.

They can also support you to apply for private rentals, social housing or bond loans.

If you’re worried about your tenancy, the team can give you advice to reduce the risk of losing your existing tenancy, or refer you to another service for help.

If you are about to be evicted due to rent arrears, the team may be able to help you access emergency relief to establish a payment plan to save your tenancy.

Who is eligible?

Anyone who lives in Logan and surrounds who is homeless or at risk of losing their home.

The Queensland Statewide Tenant Advice and Referral Service (QStars) provides free independent advice to renters.

They can help you with:

• understanding your rights and responsibilities in the residential rental market, as defined in the Residential Tenancies and Rooming Accommodation Act 2008
• negotiating your tenancy with landlords
• help to write letters or fill in tenancy forms
• Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal (QCAT) appearances.

The QStars Logan team is co-located at our Slacks Creek offices. Call the team on 1300 744 263.

Who is eligible?

Anyone who rents a residential property.