Rightsizing FAQs
Rightsizing can help if you are living in a 3 or 4 bedroomed social housing property in Stockport and want (or need) to move to a 1-bedroom property.
No. We would have an informal conversation to help us understand your situation and explain your rehousing options.
After our conversation, if you are eligible for Rightsizing support, we will ask you to register on with Stockport Homechoice to enable us to assess your housing needs and process any future property offers.
That’s completely fine. There’s no obligation to move and saying no won’t affect your tenancy or any other relevant support options
Yes. You can tell us which areas you’d prefer to live in, including staying close to family, friends, or support networks. You won’t be asked to move somewhere you don’t want to live. But the more open you are to property type and area the more choice you will have.
Yes. You won’t be forced to accept a home you don’t want. We only offer properties that meet your needs.
Yes, if you want to. However, we do work in partnership with other Stockport housing providers and if you are happy to change landlord, we may be able to find a suitable property through another provider whilst continuing to support you.
Yes. We will cover rent on your new property for up to 4 weeks, depending on your personal and financial circumstances to give you more time to move
Yes. We will offer you coordinated support throughout the moving process. We can assist with costs associated with moving such as packing boxes, removals charges, new carpets, cover rent on the new property giving you time to move etc
Timescales can vary depending on property availability and your preferences. Some tenants move quickly, while others take longer. We’ll keep you updated and move at a pace that feels right for you.
This depends on what’s available and what you need:
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Rightsizing criteria will find a 1-bedroom property
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Property type can vary (flat or bungalow).
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Accessibility or mobility needs will be considered
If you want to move to anything bigger than a 1 bed, we have a designated Mutual Exchange team who can support, you with your downsizing options. [email protected]
That’s not a problem. If you no longer want to move just let us know and we will remove you from our caseload and close your application.
For an informal chat with Daisy or Ffion (Rightsizing Officers) please contact [email protected] or 0161 217 6016 (option 2)
SHG Rightsizing Leaflet