Durham County Council Welfare Assistance Scheme
Emergency help for residents facing immediate financial hardship or crisis in County Durham.
If things feel urgent, frightening, or overwhelming, it is okay to reach out for help straight away.
About this service
Durham County Council Welfare Assistance Scheme supports residents in County Durham who are facing an immediate crisis and need help with essential short-term needs. This kind of support can be especially important when an unexpected problem leaves someone without the basics they need to stay safe, well, or independent. The service is there to provide a route into urgent assistance and to help people understand what support may be available when they are under pressure and need help quickly.
How they can help you
They help by providing access to crisis funding and practical support when people are experiencing severe financial difficulty or a sudden emergency. They can also connect residents with wider advice and support so immediate problems can be addressed alongside longer-term needs.
Who it's for
This service is for County Durham residents facing an urgent crisis or immediate hardship who need short-term practical support.
Getting support
- Referral requirements
- You can contact this service directly without a referral.
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