Everyone’s situation will be different, but it’s important to know you're not alone. Here you'll find useful information and support during these challenging times.
The government has set up a handy Help for Households website with loads of support available to help you with the cost of living. For local welfare support, please check your local council website.
Our team can support you with benefit claims, maximise available income, manage a household budget and signpost to other support services.
Check what benefits you may be eligible for and how much you could claim using our Benefits Calculator.
If you're a Places for People Customer and you're having trouble paying your rent, please click here to complete a form and a member of our team will get in touch with you as soon as possible.
Get help with your finances
Discover what support is available to help you with your energy bills and some top tips to reduce your energy bills.
The government's Help for Households website also offers valuable guidance to help with the rising cost of energy bills.
If your energy provider is unable to help you or you're struggling, please contact our Money Advice and Financial Inclusion Teams and we can support you.
Find energy advice
Do you or a loved one need help feeding your family this winter? Help is available. We've partnered with various foodbanks and organisations to offer food support in your area.
You can search for your nearest food bank on The Trussell Trust’s website.
Please get in touch if the foodbank near you needs a referral or if you can’t find help in your area.
Find your local foodbank
Need help finding a job, getting onto training courses or even looking to learn new skills? We have several local and nationwide projects that could give you all the support you need.
For other useful resources on skills and employability, please click here.
The government's Finding a job webpage also offers valuable support and guidance to help you find work.
Skills and employabliity support in your area
Warm spaces are dedicated areas in public buildings that provide free heated spaces during the day. Warm Welcome UK also have over 3,000 registered organisations that are offering free, warm, welcoming spaces for the public this winter across the UK.
Find a warm space in your area
Your wellbeing is the most important thing to us, that's why we've put together a range of national and local projects and resources that are designed to improve your mental health and assist you in getting the right support.
Discover wellbeing support
If you need support accessing a device or data to stay connected, we may be able to help. From phones and tablets to SIM cards and digital training, we can supply you with all the tools you need to get online.
Discover more about digital supportIf you are struggling with the Cost of Living, it's important to reach out so we can provide support based on your individual circumstances. This could include offering advice and signposting to resources, helping you with budgeting, maximising your income through benefit take up, or even access to discretionary funds that could help you in your time of need.
Please don’t hesitate to get in touch. For support in your area, please see the contact information below:
England
Get help and support from Places for People Money Advice Team
Email: moneyadvice@placesforpeople.co.uk
Tel: 01772 666 446
Scotland
Get help and support from Places for People Scotland Financial Inclusion Team
Email: financialinclusion@placesforpeople.co.uk
Tel: 0131 657 0600
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Read the blogIf you have additional needs or need information on the cost of living in an easy to understand way, you can view our Cost of Living Easy Read guide by downloading it below.
Our Cost of Living guide is here to make things easier, bringing together practical support from across Places for People and our trusted partners. Whether you're looking for top tips to reduce your energy bills, advice on managing your finances, or looking for information about local food banks, you’ll find everything you need in one place.
And if you can’t find exactly what you’re looking for, don’t worry - we’re always here to help. Just give our friendly Money Advice Team a call on 01772 666 446 if you’re in England or Wales, or our Financial Inclusion Team a call on 0131 657 0600 if you’re in Scotland.
