Local Financial Support

Cost of Living Helpline: Call 01744 676789 (option 2) from Monday to Friday 10am - 4pm for generic cost of living support and advice on where to go.

• Benefit calculator - our Better Off Calculator allows you to see how much in benefits you are eligible for and how much better off you might be in work
• Council Tax - see what discounts or exemptions are available
• Discretionary Housing Payments - additional money we can pay to either you or your landlord if your Housing Benefit or the housing element of Universal Credit does not cover the full amount of rent you have to pay
• Housing Benefit - claim or check if you're entitled to Housing Benefit
• Free School Meals - see if your child is eligible to receive free schools meals
• Holiday Activities and Food Programme (HAF) - the HAF programme supports children to eat more healthily, be active over the school holidays and have greater knowledge of health and nutrition, as well as being more engaged with school and other local services.
• Household Support Fund - provides help to residents who are struggling to afford energy, food and water bills

Local Partners

• Credit Union - the Credit Union provides quality inclusive savings, loans and relevant products for our members throughout their lives
• Citizens Advice - Citizens Advice St Helens helps people resolve their legal, money and other problems by providing free, independent and confidential advice, and by influencing policymakers
• St Helens Carers Centre - an independent charity that supports unpaid carers looking after someone who lives in the St Helens area