Free Support Services in Lincolnshire
Find local support services, community help and events in Lincolnshire, East Midlands.
Local services
Centrepoint Outreach
Emergency food parcels alongside advice and support for people who are homeless, rough sleeping or at risk of losing their accommodation. Referral may be needed.
Boston Foodbank
Emergency food parcels for people experiencing financial hardship in Boston and surrounding communities. Referral may be needed.
Alford Storehouse Foodbank
Emergency groceries and essential items for people struggling in Alford and nearby East Lindsey villages.
Horncastle Community Larder
Food support for individuals and families experiencing hardship in Horncastle and surrounding rural communities.
Louth Community Larder
Emergency food parcels provided through Churches Together in Louth for residents experiencing financial difficulty.
Louth Lighthouse Foodbank
Food parcels, practical support and signposting for people in crisis in Louth and nearby areas.
Skegness Foodbank at the Restore Centre
Emergency food, clothing and practical help for people in hardship, including people experiencing homelessness.
Spilsby New Life Centre Foodbank
Emergency food parcels and practical support for residents of Spilsby and surrounding villages.
Spilsby Christian Fellowship Foodbank
Free food support available without a formal referral, with contact recommended before visiting.
Sutton-on-Sea Community Larder
Food parcels and essential groceries for people experiencing hardship around Sutton-on-Sea and Mablethorpe.
Woodhall Spa and Kirby on Bain Foodbank
Emergency food support, including deliveries for eligible households who cannot travel.
Wragby Foodbank
Emergency groceries for individuals and families in Wragby and nearby rural communities.
All Saints Foodbank
Free emergency food support in Lincoln, with no formal referral required at the time listed.
Lincoln CHOMP
Emergency food parcels and delivery support for Lincoln households experiencing food insecurity.
Lincoln Foodbank – Birchwood Arise Church
Trussell Trust emergency food parcels for referred residents in the Birchwood area. Referral may be needed.
Lincoln Foodbank – Bridge Community Hub
Emergency food parcels and signposting for people in financial crisis. Referral may be needed.
Lincoln Foodbank – Central Methodist Church
Emergency food and basic essentials for people referred to Lincoln Foodbank. Referral may be needed.
Lincoln Foodbank – Moorland Park Methodist Church
Food parcels and practical crisis support for eligible households in Lincoln. Referral may be needed.
Love Your Neighbour, St Swithin’s Lincoln
Food parcels, essential supplies and practical support for Lincoln residents facing hardship.
Branston All Saints Foodbank
Emergency food support for Branston residents and people living in surrounding villages.
Martin Community Larder
Food and household essentials for people struggling in Martin and nearby rural areas.
Provision’s Foodbank
Emergency food parcels for local individuals and families experiencing financial hardship.
St Hugh’s Foodbank
Free emergency groceries for referred households in North Hykeham and surrounding areas. Referral may be needed.
Sleaford Community Larder
Emergency food and practical support for Sleaford residents facing financial crisis.
Crowland Community Larder
Food parcels and essential groceries for households in hardship in Crowland and nearby communities.
Holbeach Community Larder
Emergency food and toiletries for people struggling in Holbeach and surrounding South Holland villages.
Long Sutton Food Larder
Food parcels for individuals and families experiencing hardship in Long Sutton and nearby communities.
Agape Care Foodbank
Emergency food, essential items and compassionate practical support for people in crisis.
Bourne Foodbank
Trussell Trust emergency food parcels for referred households in Bourne and surrounding villages. Referral may be needed.
Deepings Foodbank
Emergency food parcels for residents of Market Deeping, Deeping St James and surrounding areas.
Grantham Foodbank
Emergency food and essential items for people experiencing financial crisis in Grantham and nearby villages.
Stamford Foodbank
Emergency food parcels and signposting for households in Stamford and the surrounding area.
Bardney Community Larder
Free food support for local people experiencing hardship, with no formal referral normally required.
Caistor Foodbank
Emergency food parcels for households in Caistor and surrounding West Lindsey villages.
Gainsborough Salvation Army Foodbank
Food parcels and practical crisis support for people experiencing hardship in Gainsborough.
New Life Church Foodbank
Emergency food support, with no formal referral required according to the current listing.
Market Rasen Salvation Army Foodbank
Food parcels, practical assistance and signposting for local residents in crisis.
Welton Community Larder
Food support for individuals and families struggling in Welton and surrounding villages.
Scunthorpe Foodbank – St George’s Church
Emergency food parcels for referred North Lincolnshire residents. Referral may be needed.
Scunthorpe Foodbank – Connect Church
Trussell Trust food parcels and signposting for people experiencing financial crisis. Referral may be needed.
Scunthorpe Foodbank – Westcliff Church
Emergency food support for eligible households in Scunthorpe and nearby communities. Referral may be needed.
Epworth Foodbank
Emergency food parcels for people experiencing hardship in Epworth and the Isle of Axholme.
Barton Area Foodbank
Food parcels and essentials for residents of Barton-upon-Humber and surrounding North Lincolnshire villages.
Kirton in Lindsey Town Hall Foodbank
Emergency food assistance for local residents, with text-based support requests encouraged by the listing.
Rock Foundation Foodbank
Food and essential items for people experiencing poverty or crisis, including disabled people and vulnerable families.
Clee and St Francis Food Larder
Emergency and low-income food support for residents around Cleethorpes and Grimsby.
Feed the Community
Free food and community support for people facing hardship or social isolation.
Grimsby Food Kitchen
Free meals and practical support for people who are homeless, vulnerably housed or unable to afford food.
CARE Daily Food Larder
Food and essential supplies for people experiencing crisis, homelessness or severe financial hardship.
We Are One Foundation
Food assistance, clothing, household essentials and community support for vulnerable residents.
Connect to Support Lincolnshire
Countywide directory covering care, wellbeing, housing, community support, equipment and independent living help.
How Are You Lincolnshire
Free directory of local mental health, wellbeing, social and community support across Lincolnshire.
Citizens Advice Lincoln & Lindsey
Free, confidential advice on benefits, debt, housing, work, family matters and consumer problems.
Citizens Advice Mid Lincolnshire
Free advice for people around Boston, Sleaford, North Hykeham and nearby rural communities.
Citizens Advice South Lincolnshire
Free and confidential advice for Grantham, Spalding, Stamford, Bourne, the Deepings and nearby areas.
Citizens Advice North Lincolnshire
Free support with debt, benefits, housing, employment, consumer rights and other practical problems.
Citizens Advice North East Lincolnshire
Free, confidential and impartial advice for Grimsby, Cleethorpes, Immingham and nearby communities.
University of Lincoln Advice Service
Free, confidential advice for University of Lincoln students on money, housing, study concerns and personal difficulties.
North Lincolnshire Council Financial Support and Advice
Information and application routes for local welfare support, benefits, debt help, food assistance and cost-of-living services.
Lincolnshire Community Foundation Oil Support Fund
Eligible off-grid households may be able to get a one-off heating oil voucher through this support fund.
Lincolnshire NHS Talking Therapies
Free NHS treatment for adults aged 16+ experiencing anxiety, depression, PTSD, panic, OCD and related conditions.
Lincolnshire Talking Therapies for Long-Term Conditions
Free psychological support for people whose mental wellbeing is affected by long-term health conditions.
Here4You
Lincolnshire’s 24-hour advice and support line for children, young people, parents and professionals.
Lincolnshire Young Minds
NHS information, self-help resources and routes into mental health support for children, young people and families.
Lincolnshire Recovery College
Free courses and workshops helping people understand mental health, build confidence and manage wellbeing.
Lincolnshire Night Light Cafés
Free, informal evening mental health support in safe community spaces across Lincolnshire.
Boston Community Wellbeing Hub
Free non-clinical mental health support, listening, activities and signposting at Centenary Methodist Church.
The Bridge Community Wellbeing Hub
Free emotional support and a safe place to talk in Gainsborough without needing a clinical referral.
Tonic Health Community Wellbeing Hub
Free mental health and wellbeing support, peer connection, activities and signposting in Spalding.
Bhive Community Wellbeing Hub
Free non-clinical support for adults experiencing mental distress, loneliness or emotional difficulty in Grantham.
MindSpace Stamford
Wellbeing groups, social activities, listening support and community connection in Stamford.
Holbeach Community Wellbeing Hub
Free listening, emotional support and signposting for people struggling with their mental health in Holbeach.
Old Leake Wellbeing Satellite
Free community wellbeing sessions, social contact, refreshments and support near Boston.
Wragby Wellbeing Satellite
Free out-of-hours, non-clinical emotional support for adults in Wragby and nearby rural communities.
Ermine Exchange
A safe community space in Lincoln where people can talk about mental health, access peer support and connect with local services.
Upbeat Lincoln
Peer support and wellbeing activities for people affected by personality-disorder-related difficulties and emotional instability.
North Lincolnshire Mind
Listening support, groups, wellbeing activities and one-to-one assistance for North Lincolnshire residents.
NHS North Lincolnshire Talking Therapies
Free NHS therapy for anxiety and depression for eligible people registered with a North Lincolnshire GP.
Amparo Lincolnshire
Free, confidential practical and emotional support for people affected by suicide bereavement.
Survivors of Bereavement by Suicide
Free peer-led groups and support for adults who have lost someone to suicide.
Assist Lincs
Free one-to-one community support for adults who are lonely, isolated, recovering from illness or finding it hard to regain independence.
Lincolnshire Recovery Partnership
Free, confidential drug and alcohol treatment for adults, young people and families across Lincolnshire.
WithYou North Lincolnshire
Free and confidential drug and alcohol advice, treatment and recovery support for adults aged 18 and over.
NHS East Midlands Gambling Harms Service
Free specialist NHS assessment and treatment for people affected by gambling-related harm, including Lincolnshire residents.
GamCare
Free information, helpline support, online assistance and treatment for people affected by gambling harm.
EDAN Lincs Domestic Abuse Service
Free and confidential support for adults and children experiencing domestic abuse across Lincolnshire.
Lincolnshire Rape Crisis
Free, specialist trauma-informed support for women, girls and other survivors affected by sexual violence or abuse.
Spring Lodge Sexual Assault Referral Centre
Confidential medical, practical and emotional support following rape or sexual assault.
Victim Support Lincolnshire
Free, independent and confidential support for people affected by crime, whether or not it was reported to police.
Victim Lincs
Free emotional and practical assistance, needs assessment and referrals for victims of crime across Lincolnshire.
The Castle Service
Specialist support for Lincolnshire children and young people under 18 who have experienced a sexual offence.
LEAP Housing
Supported accommodation, tenancy assistance and practical help for people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.
YMCA Lincolnshire Nomad Centre
Emergency accommodation and day-centre support in Lincoln, including meals, showers, laundry facilities and housing help.
The Forge Project
Free food, washing facilities, practical assistance, advice and support for homeless and roofless people in North Lincolnshire.
Lincolnshire Children’s Centres and Start for Life
Forty-eight centres providing free pregnancy, baby and early-years groups, health support, parenting help and family activities.
Lincolnshire Family Hubs
Free joined-up support for families with children and young people, covering parenting, relationships, health, development, SEND and financial wellbeing.
Baby Bliss Baby Bank
Free clothing, nappies, equipment and essential items for families with babies and children aged around 0–3 who are experiencing hardship.
Lincolnshire Early Years Lending Library
Free borrowing of resources and equipment supporting pregnancy, babies and children up to age five.
Lincolnshire SEND Local Offer
Free information about education, health, social care, activities, short breaks and family support for children and young people with SEND.
Liaise SENDIASS Lincolnshire
Free, confidential and impartial information and advice for children and young people with SEND and their parents or carers.
Lincolnshire Virtual Autism Hub
Online autism information, workshops, guidance and signposting for autistic people, parents and carers.
Circles of Support
Free person-centred support helping people with autism or learning disabilities build friendships, independence and community connections.
North Lincolnshire Family Hubs
Free, inclusive support and activities for babies, children, young people, parents and carers across North Lincolnshire.
North East Lincolnshire Family Information Service
Free and impartial information about childcare, SEND, family activities, parenting services and financial support.
Lincolnshire Carers Service and Carers First
Free information, statutory carers’ assessments, emotional support, contingency planning, groups and practical guidance for unpaid carers.
Carers’ Support Service North and North East Lincolnshire
Free advice, counselling, befriending, groups, breaks information and practical support for unpaid carers.
Boxes of Hope Lincolnshire
Practical items, food and wellbeing support for families and individuals facing hardship across Lincolnshire.
Lincolnshire Sensory Services
Free information, assessment, rehabilitation guidance and practical support for adults with sight or hearing loss.
I Forget – Lincolnshire Dementia Support
Free information and guidance helping people worried about memory problems, dementia and accessing local support.
Macmillan Buddies
Free weekly telephone, video or face-to-face support for people living with cancer who need companionship or practical encouragement.
Lincolnshire Macmillan Cancer Support Services
Free cancer information, emotional support and local support groups for patients, carers and families.
Lincoln Prostate Cancer Support Group
Free peer support and information for people affected by prostate cancer and their partners or relatives.
Lincs Digital
Free community drop-ins and individual support helping residents use phones, computers, email, online forms and digital public services.
Stamford and Rutland Talking Newspaper
Free recorded local news for blind and visually impaired people in Stamford and surrounding areas.
Sense Support for Disabled Children and Young People
Free information and specialist support for children and young people up to 25 with complex disabilities, including families in Lincolnshire.
SSAFA Lincolnshire
Free, confidential welfare support for serving personnel, veterans and Armed Forces families, including help with housing, finances and practical needs.
Armed Forces HIVE and Royal Navy Family and People Support
Free information and support for serving personnel and military families connected with Lincolnshire bases.
Lincolnshire Military Veterans and Families Wellbeing Network
Free community connection, wellbeing activities and signposting for veterans and their families.
North East Lincolnshire Refugee Integration Service
Support with settling into the area, accessing services, education, employment and community integration.
North Lincolnshire Resettlement Team
Council support for eligible refugees and resettled families with housing, education, health and community integration.
Lincoln City of Sanctuary
Community welcome, activities, information and connections for refugees and people seeking asylum in and around Lincoln.
Migrant Help
Free advice for people seeking asylum, including accommodation issues, financial support, reporting problems and accessing essential services.
Lincolnshire Adult Social Care
Information, needs assessments and support relating to disability, care needs, independent living, safeguarding and support for carers. Financial assessments may apply to ongoing commissioned care.
North Lincolnshire Adult Services Access Team
Free initial information, assessment and referral route for adults with disabilities, care needs or difficulties remaining independent.
Lincolnshire Safeguarding Adults and Children Services
Free reporting and assessment route where an adult or child may be experiencing abuse, neglect or exploitation, including emergency out-of-hours contacts.
Lincolnshire Family Services Directory
Searchable directory of childcare, family support, SEND services, youth activities, health services and community organisations across the county.
North Lincolnshire Family Information Service
Free information about childcare, funded early education, activities, SEND support and services for local families.
North Lincolnshire SEND Local Offer
Free directory and guidance covering education, health, social care, preparation for adulthood, short breaks and SEND activities.
Region and county-wide services
Wider area support that still applies in Lincolnshire, including services set at region or county level.
No region-wide or county-wide services match these filters.
England-wide services
Available across England. These appear on local child pages because they serve people throughout England.
Working Well Trust Employment Support
Specialist support for people with mental health challenges or neurodiversity on their employment journey.
Family Hubs
A 'one-stop shop' for families to access a wide range of support and information.
Citizens Advice Nottingham & Nottinghamshire
Free and confidential advice on debt, benefits, housing, and legal rights.
Wellbeing Lincs
Regional support service helping people navigate life changes and stay independent.
The Bridge East Midlands
Comprehensive housing and mental health support for vulnerable individuals in Leicestershire.
Mind in Berkshire
Free mental health and wellbeing support across Berkshire
Talking Therapies Berkshire NHS
Free NHS talking therapies for anxiety, depression, stress and low mood
Berkshire Healthcare Children and Young People Mental Health Service
Mental health support and signposting for children and young people in Berkshire
Tellmi Berkshire
Free anonymous online mental health support for young people
Berkshire Women's Aid
Free confidential domestic abuse support, advocacy and refuge accommodation
DASH — Domestic Abuse Stops Here
Domestic abuse support, including help with legal options, court support and safety planning
Victim Support Berkshire
Free emotional and practical support for people affected by crime
Age UK Berkshire Information and Advice
Free independent advice for people aged 50+, families and carers
Age UK Berkshire Carers Support
Support, information and advice for unpaid carers
Reading & West Berkshire Carers Hub
Advice, information and support for unpaid carers
Berkshire Sensory Consortium Service
Support for children and young people with hearing, vision or multi-sensory needs
StreetLink
Lets the public alert outreach services when someone is sleeping rough.
National Centre for Domestic Violence
Free emergency legal protection for survivors of domestic abuse regardless of financial status.
National services
Available across the UK. These are shown separately and are not counted as local Lincolnshire services.
StepChange Debt Charity
Free national debt advice, personalised debt help and fee-free debt management support.
Mental Health Support
24/7 urgent mental health support and crisis line
Universal Credit
Monthly payment to help with living costs if you are on a low income or out of work.
Emergency Services — 999
Call 999 immediately in a life-threatening emergency — police, fire, ambulance or coastguard.
Single Homeless Project (SHP)
Single Homeless Project (SHP) offers housing and homelessness across the UK.
KIDS
Support for disabled children, young people and their families.
Contact
National charity supporting families with disabled children.
Mobilise
Online support community and practical help for unpaid carers.
Carers UK
National advice, information and support for unpaid carers.
Derman
Derman offers mental health and wellbeing across the UK.
Toynbee Hall
Toynbee Hall offers community projects across the UK.
Open Age
Open Age offers mental health and wellbeing across the UK.
Pension Credit
Extra money to help with living costs if you are over State Pension age and on a low income.
Attendance Allowance
Help with extra costs if you are State Pension age or older and need help because of illness or disability.
Carer’s Allowance
Weekly benefit for people who care for someone for at least 35 hours a week.
Personal Independence Payment (PIP)
Benefit to help with extra living costs if you have a long-term disability or health condition.
Child Benefit
Payment to help with the cost of bringing up a child.
Healthy Start
NHS scheme helping eligible pregnant people and families with young children buy healthy food and milk.
Free School Meals
Help with school meal costs for eligible children in England.
Ambitious About Autism
National charity supporting autistic children and young people through education, programmes and advice.
Autism Central
National peer education programme helping families and carers understand autism and advocate for autistic people.
British Dyslexia Association
National advice, information and support for people with dyslexia, families and professionals.
National Deaf Children’s Society
National charity supporting deaf children, young people and their families across the UK.
British Deaf Association (BDA)
National Deaf-led organisation representing Deaf people who use BSL in the UK.
STAMMA
National advice, information and support for people who stammer and their families.
Autistic Girls Network
National support and information focused on better recognition and understanding of autistic girls.
Citizens Advice
Free, confidential advice on money, benefits, housing, work and everyday problems.
National Debtline
Free debt advice and practical tools for people in England, Wales and Scotland.
Mind
Mental health information, support and signposting across England and Wales.
National Careers Service
Free government careers advice and guidance service for anyone aged 13+ in England.
SMART Recovery
A self-help peer support programme for recovery from all types of addiction using science-based tools.
Macmillan Cancer Support
Free information, emotional and practical support for people affected by cancer.
Shelter Cymru Housing Advice
Expert, independent advice for anyone in Wales facing housing problems or homelessness.
Live Fear Free Helpline (Welsh Women's Aid)
A 24/7 helpline for anyone in Wales experiencing domestic abuse, sexual violence, or other forms of violence.
Age Cymru Advice Line
Information and advice for older people, their families, and carers in Wales.
NHS Social Care and Support Guide
Official guide to help with day-to-day living due to illness or disability.
Childline
A free, private and confidential service for children and young people up to the age of 19.
Crisis
National charity for people experiencing homelessness, providing education and housing advice.
Scope Helpline
Free, independent and impartial advice and support on issues that matter to disabled people.
Age UK Advice Line
A free, confidential national telephone service for older people, their families, and carers.
The Mix
Essential support for under 25s on everything from mental health and relationships to money and housing.
YoungMinds
Mental health support for children, young people, and advice for their parents.
Citizens Advice Adviceline (England)
Free, confidential, and impartial advice on money, legal rights, and consumer issues.
Homeless Link (Homeless England)
A comprehensive database to find local homelessness services across England.
Anxiety UK Support Services
Specialist support, therapy, and advice for those living with anxiety and anxiety-based depression.
Centrepoint Youth Support
Housing advice and support for young people aged 16-25 at risk of homelessness.
Crisis UK
National charity providing practical support to help people exit homelessness.
Home-Start UK
Practical and emotional support for families with at least one child under five.
Independent Age Helpline
Free advice and support for older people facing financial hardship or needing help with care.
FoodCycle
Free weekly community meals made from surplus food for anyone in need of food or company.
FareShare
Fighting hunger by redistributing surplus food to frontline charities.
Action for Children
Practical and emotional support for children, young people, and families.
Coram Family Lives Support Line
Free, confidential helpline for any aspect of parenting and family life.
Parent Talk
Online support and advice for parents and carers from expert coaches.
Scope - Disability Information and Advice
Free, independent and impartial information and support for disabled people.
NHS Healthy Start
Help to buy healthy food and milk for pregnant women and families with young children.
Independent Age Support
Support for older people to live with independence and dignity.
Age UK
A free national advice line and local services supporting older people with money, care, and loneliness.
Gingerbread
Specialist advice and community support for single parent families.
NHS 111 Online
Get urgent medical help or advice online for non-life-threatening conditions.
Refuge National Domestic Abuse Helpline
A 24-hour freephone helpline for women and children experiencing domestic abuse.
Action for Children Parent Talk
Free and confidential live chat and advice for parents and carers of children.
Feeding Britain: Affordable Food Clubs
A national network of community food clubs offering low-cost groceries and support.
Shaw Trust: Employment Support
Specialist support to help people with disabilities or health conditions find and keep work.
Gingerbread Single Parent Helpline
Expert advice and practical support for single parent families.
FareShare Food Support
Connecting surplus food to community groups and charities to tackle hunger.
Samaritans Listening Service
24/7 confidential support for anyone experiencing distress or needing to talk.
National Domestic Abuse Helpline
A 24-hour freephone helpline for women experiencing domestic abuse.
Help through Hardship Helpline
A free, confidential helpline providing support for those struggling to afford essentials.
Family Action - FamilyLine
Free emotional support and practical guidance for adults on any aspect of family life.
StepChange Debt Advice
Free expert debt advice and tailored debt solutions available across the UK.
Rethink Mental Illness Advice Service
Expert advice and information for people severely affected by mental illness and their carers.
Parent Talk by Action for Children
Free, confidential advice for parents and carers from trained family support workers.
Independent Food Aid Network (IFAN)
A network helping people find local independent food banks and support across the UK.
Shout Crisis Text Line
A 24/7 free, confidential text-based support service for anyone in mental health crisis.
Crisis Skylight Support
Practical support and training to help people leave homelessness behind for good.
Home-Start Family Support
Local volunteers supporting families with young children through difficult times.
NHS Talking Therapies
Free, confidential NHS treatments for common mental health problems like anxiety and depression.
Turn2us Financial Support
Charity helping people in financial hardship access benefits, grants, and other financial assistance.
Citizens Advice Bureau
Free, confidential, and independent advice on benefits, debt, and legal issues.
St Giles Trust Employment Support
Holistic help to overcome complex barriers and secure stable employment.
Age UK Advice and Support
Free, confidential information and advice for older people on money, care, and housing.
NHS Every Mind Matters
Expert NHS advice and practical tools to help you look after your mental health.
Family Rights Group Advice Line
Legal and practical advice for families involved with children's social services.
Local Council Crisis and Resilience Fund
Financial help from your local council for essential costs like food, energy, and bills.
NHS 111 Mental Health Support
24/7 access to urgent mental health support by calling 111 and selecting the mental health option.
Shout 24/7 Crisis Text Service
A free, confidential, 24/7 text messaging support service for anyone in crisis.
Samaritans - 24/7 Emotional Support
A safe place to talk 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, for anyone struggling to cope.
Shelter England Advice Services
Expert advice and legal support for people facing housing issues or homelessness.
Citizens Advice National Help
Free, confidential advice on debt, benefits, housing, and legal rights for anyone in England.
Family Rights Group
Free confidential advice for parents and wider family involved with children’s services or care processes.
Contact — Families with Disabled Children
Advice and support for parents of disabled children.
Grassroots Suicide Prevention
Suicide prevention support, training and signposting resources.
PayPlan
Free debt advice and repayment support available online and by phone across the UK.
The Silver Line
A free 24/7 helpline offering friendship, conversation and support for older people.
Turn2us Grants and Benefits Search
Free tools to check benefits, search for grants and find financial support.
Op FORTITUDE
Free central referral pathway for Armed Forces veterans who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.
The Respite Association
Grants toward appropriately qualified respite care for eligible disabled, sick, elderly or terminally ill people and their unpaid carers.
Family Lives
Free parenting helpline, online chat, email support, parenting courses and information about separation, bullying and family difficulties.
Family Fund
Grants for eligible low-income families raising a disabled or seriously ill child, covering items such as appliances, clothing, computers and sensory equipment.
Disabled Living Information Service
Free independent-living information and guidance about disability equipment and practical solutions.
Disability Law Service
Free legal advice for disabled people and carers concerning community care, discrimination, employment and other disability-rights issues.
Disability Grants Directory
Free searchable resource identifying charities and trusts that may fund disability-related equipment, adaptations and other needs.
Operation Courage
NHS mental-health support for Armed Forces veterans, reservists, people leaving the military and eligible family members.
Student Health Association Assistance Fund
Bursaries of up to £500 for eligible disabled students in higher education who have first applied for Disabled Students’ Allowance.
Samaritans Nottingham Branch
24/7 confidential emotional support for anyone struggling to cope or in crisis.
Alzheimer’s Society Dementia Support
Free information, practical advice and telephone support for people affected by dementia and their families.
Citizens Advice Help to Claim
Support for Rutland residents in starting and managing a new Universal Credit claim.
MoneyHelper
Free government-backed guidance on debt, budgeting, benefits, pensions, borrowing and managing money.
Family Rights Group Advice Service
Free expert legal advice for families involved with children's services or family court.
Working Families Legal Advice
Free advice on employment rights and in-work benefits for parents and carers.
Contact for Families with Disabled Children
Free national advice, information and support for families caring for disabled children or children with additional needs.
NHS Urgent Mental Health Support
24/7 urgent mental health help available by calling 111 and selecting option 2.
Tellmi
Free, anonymous mental health app with peer support for ages 11+ across the UK, with commissioned counselling in selected areas.
distrACT App
App providing private support and coping strategies for self-harm and suicidal thoughts.
Samaritans Emotional Support
Confidential, 24/7 emotional support for anyone struggling to cope or experiencing suicidal thoughts.
Men’s Advice Line
Confidential helpline for male victims of domestic abuse seeking advice and support.
Galop
Specialist support for LGBT+ people experiencing domestic abuse, sexual violence, or hate crime.
Victim Support
Independent support for anyone affected by crime, providing emotional and practical help.
Veterans’ Gateway
A free first point of contact connecting veterans and families with suitable support around housing, health, money, work and welfare.
Help Through Hardship
Free advice about benefits, grants, income and emergency food by phone.
Learn My Way – Free Digital Skills for Beginners
Free online beginner-friendly digital skills learning from Good Things Foundation for people across the UK.
Find Local Digital Inclusion Support
A free UK-wide map from Good Things Foundation to help people find local digital inclusion support.
CMS Clarity – Child Maintenance Clarity Check
Free online child maintenance calculator and practical guidance for separated parents.
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