There are many organisations like Solace, who are here to support you through the cost of living crisis. We have listed some of places of where you can get help. We will continue to update this page regularly.
Help for Households
The Government is offering cost of living support to every household. There is help for every household. Find out what cost of living support you can get today. Energy bills. Finding work. Childcare costs. Extra payments…. Find out more here.
Cost of Living Hub
The Mayor of London has launched a new Cost of Living Hub for Londoners facing financial hardship, as a result of spiralling inflation, increases in National Insurance and Council Tax, and the lifting of the energy price cap. The hub helps Londoners access information, support and advice about claiming benefits, dealing with debt, financial management and mental health support. To explore the hub, please visit here.
Turn2Us
Turn2us Helpline 0808 802 2000
You will find help to maximise your budget and managing your budget advice and support https://rb.gy/kwul3l
Importantly they have a benefits calculator to help work out what you are entitled to. Benefits Calculator
Citizens Advice
If you don’t have enough to live on, you might be able to get help from the government or your local council to afford essentials like bills and food. This includes the Household Support Fund and Cost of Living Payments. More info here.
Local Council
Check what help you can get from your local council
Your local council might help you pay for things like:
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your energy and water bills
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food
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essential items – for example, clothes or an oven
This help is known as ‘welfare assistance’ or the ‘Household Support Fund’. Each council runs their own scheme. The help they offer and who can get it varies. Find your local council here.
Mental Health and Money Advice
Cost-of-living crisis and your mental health – We know that many people are feeling the strain as the cost of living continues to increase.
You will find information about how you can maintain your mental wellbeing at this time, alongside information on how to manage your money as your bills rise
Link is here : https://rb.gy/48qrya
4 in 10
4 in 10 is a campaigning network of 400 London organisations working to improve the lives of children living in poverty across the capital. They have a help section here:
NHS advice on keeping well this winter
High street bank TSB has set up a fund that will financially support people fleeing abusive relationships.
Find out more here: https://www.tsb.co.uk/news-releases/tsb-launches-emergency-flee-fund-for-domestic-abuse-victims/