Stoke-on-Trent social fund welfare scheme
By Jon McNamara

The local welfare provision in Stoke-on-Trent is known as the Social Fund. This is not the same scheme that was run in the past by the central government, but instead the council is using funds…

In categories: Stoke-on-Trent
Free emergency food banks in Tyne and Wear | Free food in Tyneside and Newcastle area
By Jon McNamara

Low income families in Tyne and Wear can get help from food banks. There are several not-for-profit centres in the area, including south and North Tyneside and the city of Newcastle, that support vulnerable residents…

In categories: Tyne and Wear
Crisis Support assistance scheme Torbay
By Jon McNamara

Families on a low income with a connection to Torbay may receive assistance from the borough council and the Crisis Support programme. This scheme can help residents under an extreme financial hardship, such as those…

In categories: Torbay
Rent deposit assistance schemes Norfolk
By Jon McNamara

Residents of Norfolk that are homeless or that are on a low income may receive assistance with paying a rent or damage deposit from a council or housing authority. Each scheme will have its own…

In categories: Norfolk
Financial assistance and basic needs Barnabus
By Jon McNamara

There are several main services offered by Barnabus for low income families with a connection to Manchester. The charity and its staff, as well as volunteers, provide basic needs and household items from the Beacon…

In categories: Manchester
Bromley Welfare Fund grant scheme
By Jon McNamara

Using central government funds, the Bromley Welfare Fund scheme provides grants to families that are in a crisis. The council may offer vouchers, pre-paid cards, or the items directly to the individual, and they will help…

In categories: Bromley
Louth and District Help for Homeless assistance for low income
By Jon McNamara

Several services are provided by Louth and District Help for Homeless (LDHH), and the aim is to help the low income in the community as well as the currently homeless. Financial assistance from the charity can…

In categories: Lincolnshire
Society of St. James charity assistance
By Jon McNamara

There are several programmes run by Society of St. James for low income families and individuals. Of particular focus is on assisting the homeless by providing them shelter as well as meals and basic needs….

In categories: Hampshire
South Staffordshire Council help with deposit and housing advice
By Jon McNamara

The housing services department at the South Staffordshire Council provides assistance to the low income and homeless. There is help available from the rent deposit guarantee scheme, they offer accommodation or shelter for people in…

In categories: South Staffordshire
Gloucestershire help with rent deposits
By Jon McNamara

The homeless, or families on a low income that are resettling in Gloucestershire, may be able to get help with deposits or rental costs that are owed to landlords of private housing or even access ongoing…

In categories: Gloucestershire