Pensioners have access to a number of financial assistance schemes, ranging from discounts for travel to funds to pay their fuel bills, housing programmes, and much more. There are also government Credits that will provide…

Payday loans can be an option to pay bills when in a crisis, but families should look into alternatives first. There are several ways to get cash in an emergency from other lenders, and the…

The local rental deposit scheme has helped those who encounter financial hardship to find housing. Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council is prepared to assist with deposits as the primary guarantor of a tenant who cannot…

There are dozens of Salvation Army family centres across the UK which collect donated items as part of the Christmas Appeal scheme. There is a need for unwrapped gifts for the less fortunate. Everything from…

The Salvation Army operates from dozens of churches in the UK, many of which are listed below. The faith based, Christian Charity provides many social services to people living in poverty as well as the…

A free Travel Discount Card can be given to anyone that is on a low income and that needs help getting to an interview. There is also assistance given to someone that is starting a…

Interest free loans are being provided by Starbucks to its partners in an effort to help them pay for housing costs, specifically the rent deposit on a new home or flat. The company is trying…

Family Action helps individuals on a low income get the support they need. There is financial help given from their grant programmes, but much of the assistance provided is for long term stability as part…

People seeking affordable transport for work or training can get help from the Wheels 2 Work scheme. This is available in most cities as well as rural communities in the UK and it was created…

Housing programmes from the Edward Street Hostel are for the low income as well as homeless. They provide accommodations for as many as 70 people at one time in the County Armagh region. The individuals…