Cost of Living Support (Barking & Dagenham Council)
Council-wide support service connecting residents to help with money, food, energy, wellbeing, and employment
If today feels unmanageable, getting support with the basics can give you breathing space while you work out what comes next.
About this service
Barking and Dagenham Council's Cost of Living Support service is a comprehensive central hub that brings together multiple forms of help for residents struggling with costs. The service provides information and connections to support across six key areas: money help (benefits, loans, income maximisation), energy support, food assistance (food banks, community meals), wellbeing support, digital connectivity help, and employment support. Rather than being a single location, it acts as a gateway service that listens to your situation and connects you to the right local support—whether that's community hubs, specialist services, or practical resources.
How they can help you
The service connects you to tailored support based on your needs. They help with benefits advice, low-cost loans, food bank referrals, warm space locations, energy bill support, wellbeing resources, digital skills training, and job-finding assistance. The council works with community partners across all local hubs to ensure you can access support locally.
What to expect
You'll speak to a supportive advisor who listens without judgment. They'll understand your situation and connect you to the specific help you need. You can access this service by phone or be directed to speak with someone at your nearest local hub.
What to bring
Just yourself and any questions you have. If you have specific documents (like benefit letters or bills), having these handy can help, but it's not necessary to get started.
Who it's for
Anyone in Barking and Dagenham struggling with the cost of living. The service is specifically designed for people worried about money, food, heating, work, or wellbeing. Everyone is welcome—there's no judgment or means testing at first contact.
Getting support
- services.opening_hours
- Monday to Friday 9am–5pm (phone line). Local hubs operate various hours—contact for specific location.
- Referral requirements
- You can contact this service directly without a referral.
Contact
020 8215 3000Visit WebsitePlease check the website or contact the service for the current addressReport a Problem With This Listing
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Cost
Free service
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Contact
020 8215 3000Visit WebsitePlease check the website or contact the service for the current addressReport a Problem With This Listing
If any details look wrong or out of date, you can let the OneRoof team know here. Your report will go into an admin review queue and will not change the listing automatically.
Cost
Free service