BT Basic tariff assistance scheme
By Jon McNamara

Families on a low income and that receive benefits can get financial help from the BT Basic scheme. The programme will allow a customer to pay much less per month on their telephone and/or broadband…

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Church help with bills and rent
By Jon McNamara

One place to turn to for help is a local church. They are a source of information as well as support. Churches in the United Kingdom may offer free groceries as part of a foodbank,…

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Grants for free school uniforms and supplies
By Jon McNamara

Families on a low income with a child in school can get free uniforms, shoes, clothes, and other items. There are a few schemes that can help, including grants from a council, charity assistance programs,…

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Free emergency furniture
By Jon McNamara

Free furniture is often provided by local council welfare schemes or charity organisations. It will be at their discretion, and most of the goods provided are secondhand or gently used. The furniture is also for…

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Funeral payment assistance scheme
By Jon McNamara

Loans or grants can help pay for funeral costs, including burials or cremations. The central government provides financial assistance to families that are on benefits and that can’t pay to bury their loved one. The…

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Disability benefits | Financial help for disabled
By Jon McNamara

Several schemes as well as financial assistance programmes can help the disabled pay their bills and live an independent life. The central government provides support as well as councils. In addition, disability help, including grants,…

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Help paying social housing rent
By Jon McNamara

Tenants who are renting a home or flat from a social housing landlord have several schemes that can help them pay their rent. Some of the assistance available, such as financial help from charities or…

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Free household items from Save the Children grant scheme
By Jon McNamara

Save the Children is a charitable organization that provides free items to families on a low income. The assistance is part of a scheme called Eat, Sleep, Learn, and Play! The items that may be…

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Free budgeting help on Universal Credit
By Jon McNamara

Millions of families receive one monthly payment from Universal Credit. Since they only receive money once per month to pay for all of their bills, many need help with budging their one payment. There are…

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Free voucher schemes
By Jon McNamara

There are a number of free voucher schemes in the UK. When approved for this type of assistance, the client may either be given a discount or in-kind items. The programmes listed below are run…

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