Help for people with no recourse to public funds
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People with no recourse to public funds are those that are subject to immigration control unless there is an exception. They can be especially vulnerable to abuse because it can be hard to access public services, but help is available.
Abusers may use your immigration status to control you, such as:
- taking or hiding your visa or identification documents
- threatening to have you deported
- telling you that help is not available to you because of your status
You may face additional barriers in seeking support as your immigration status may mean that you:
- have little income, making you more vulnerable to economic abuse
- may not have had any previous contact with public services
- may be isolated from any community and may face language barriers
Support is available to help you reach safety and recover. You may be able to apply for a Destitute Domestic Abuse Concession to access a publicly funded refuge or apply for alternative housing.
Roshni
Services
- 24-hour support in different languages for survivors of domestic abuse, forced marriage and so-called ‘honour-based’ abuse
Contact details
- Telephone: 0800 953 9777
- Website: www.roshnibirmingham.org.uk
- Email: admin@roshnibirmingham.org.uk
Adult Social Care Service
Services
- Support for eligible care and support needs that arise from a physical or mental disabilty or illness, regardless of your immigration status
Contact details
- Complete an online referal form
- Telephone: 0121 303 1234
- Lines open: Monday to Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm
- Emergency out of hours line: 0121 675 4806 (evenings and weekends)
- Email: CSAdultSocialCare@birmingham.gov.uk
Children’s Advice and Support Service
Services
- Get information about support and guidance available if you are concerned about a child
Contact details
- Telephone: 0121 303 1888 (Select option 2 then option 2)
- Lines open: Monday to Thursday 8:45am to 5:15pm and Friday 8:45am to 4:15pm
- Emergency out of hours line: 0121 675 4806 (evenings and weekends)
No Recourse to Public Funds team
Services
- help to find out if you can get benefits, housing support and adult social care support
- help to find support from organisations in your community
Contact details
- Telephone: 0121 675 6979
Page last updated: 9 December 2024
