About
The WA Rent Relief Program is an initiative that aims to keep Western Australians with private tenancies in their homes.
The WA Rent Relief Program offers a single payment of up to $5,000 per household, supporting private tenants to continue their tenancy by:
- Clearing rental arrears.
- In some circumstances, providing a 50% contribution to future rent costs for up to three months.
- Paying rent relief directly to the landlord or property manager - if agreement is made to continue the tenancy.
- Facilitating access to financial, social and advocacy supports.
WA Rent Relief is a partnership between Anglicare WA and St Vincent De Pauls.
Details
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Who is this service for: Private Tenant's in WA experiencing financial hardship who are in rent arrears and at risk of eviction.
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Costs: This is a free service.
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Waitlist: Wait times can vary depending on the service and demand. Anglicare WA aims to provide support as quickly as possible. Please call us now to see how we can support you.
For urgent financial assistance
Please contact the National Debt Helpline on 1800 007 007.
In case of an emergency, call 000 or Suicide Call Back service on 1300 659 467.
More Information
- Support can be provided face to face or over the phone, offering a convenient way to access help.
Rent Relief
Program WA Rent Relief program offers a single payment of up to $5,000 per household, supporting private tenants to continue their tenancy by clearing rental arrears and in some circumstances, providing a 50% contribution to future rent costs for up to three months.Financial Counselling and Private Tenancy Support
Applications are completed by Housing Case Managers and Financial Counsellors to help individuals and families. This can include negotiating with landlords and facilitating access to financial, social and advocacy supports.Eligibility Criteria for Rent Relief
To apply, you must meet all criteria below (with evidence):
- You must live in Western Australia.
You Privately rent on one the following formal agreements:
- Residential Tenancy Agreement (Form 1AA)
- Standard form on-site home agreement
- Standard form site-only long-stay agreement
- Your household is experiencing rental stress – your rent is higher than 30% of your gross household income and you have less than $3,000 in the bank.
- Your household is in rental arrears and risks eviction.
- Your household has not previously received a Rent Relief Program grant from any partner.
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