285 Hereford Street, Christchurch Central 8011
Office Hours: Monday - Friday, 8am -4pm
Transitional Housing in Christchurch
Compass Community Services provide transitional housing for individuals, families, and whānau who are experiencing homelessness and need support to secure long-term, sustainable accommodation. We offer safe, warm, and affordable temporary housing across three locations in Christchurch.
Our Transitional Housing Service
Each transitional housing unit is fully furnished and equipped. We offer one-, two-, and three-bedroom units, each with its own kitchen, bathroom, and laundry facilities.
The standard duration of stay is up to 12 weeks; however, this may be extended based on the availability of long-term housing options.
All referrals to our transitional housing programme must come through the Ministry of Social Development (MSD), following an eligibility assessment.
Support Services
While in our programme, each individual or family is supported by a dedicated Housing Navigator. Together, we work to develop a personalised housing plan tailored to your specific needs. This may include:
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Assistance with social housing applications
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Support in securing private rental accommodation
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Budgeting advice and debt management support
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Referrals to other relevant service providers
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Ongoing advocacy and guidance
Our goal is to help clients transition into permanent housing and maintain long-term stability.
Financial Contributions
Residents in transitional housing are required to contribute:
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25% of their income towards rent
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Additional contributions for power and internet
Following the 12-week housing period, clients are offered a further 12 weeks of post-placement support to ensure a smooth transition into permanent accommodation.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for our transitional housing programme, applicants must:
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Be registered on the MSD Housing Register
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Be referred by the Ministry of Social Development
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Be in urgent need of housing as an individual or a family
For more information or to begin the referral process, please contact Work and Income.
About Us
Compass Community Services is a registered charity and is here to assist with transitional housing to people in need, offering them a safe, stable foundation in times of crisis. We rely on donations and grants to keep our services running.
We have three sites in Christchurch. At our Hereford Street site we offer transitional housing to women and children only; at our other sites the housing is open to all individuals and whānau, men included.
Our organisation is run by a group of passionate individuals who are committed to providing vital community service and support to those in need. We are overseen by a Board that provides strategic leadership, and drives meaningful progress to our organisation.