Accommodation services

Housing Connect

Call 1800 800 588

Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Housing Connect is the entry point for assistance for people who are experiencing homelessness or are in housing need. Housing Connect provides support and assistance for people who need crisis accommodation through to a long-term home.

Housing Connect can help you with:

  • applying for social housing and supported accommodation
  • private rental assistance products, such as bond and rent arrears
  • seeking assistance following family violence, including rapid rehousing
  • finding a bed for the night, including referral to shelters and brokerage
  • support and advice on how to stay in your home
  • information and advice on your housing options and other housing assistance.

For more information visit the Housing Connect website.

Family Violence Rapid Rehousing

Rapid Rehousing provides housing assistance to people escaping family violence. It provides transitional accommodation at subsidised rent.

Rapid Rehousing provides safe and affordable housing to vulnerable people while they transition to independent living.

It is delivered in partnership between Homes Tasmania and Loreto Community Housing, a registered and experienced statewide property manager.

To apply for the program, contact Housing Connect on 1800 800 588 for more information.

For more information visit the Homes Tasmania - Family violence rapid rehousing scheme website.

Additional services

Last updated: 3 July 2025