Waltham Forest Local Welfare Assistance (LWA)
Emergency financial support for residents in severe hardship.
This is a non-repayable grant, not a loan.
About this service
The Local Welfare Assistance scheme is a safety net for people who are in a financial crisis and cannot afford basic essentials like food, fuel, or white goods. It is designed to help those at immediate risk to their health or safety.
How they can help you
Provides vouchers for food and energy, or grants for essential household items.
What to expect
An assessment of your circumstances and a decision within a few working days.
What to bring
Evidence of financial situation and residency.
Who it's for
Residents in severe financial hardship
Eligibility
Aged 16+, resident in the borough, and meet low-income criteria.
Getting support
- Eligibility
- Aged 16+, resident in the borough, and meet low-income criteria.
- services.opening_hours
- Online applications 24/7; phone support during office hours.
- Referral requirements
- You can contact this service directly without a referral.
Contact
020 8496 3000LWA.claims@walthamforest.gov.ukVisit WebsiteWaltham Forest Town Hall, Forest Road, London E17 4JFReport 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If any details look wrong or out of date, you can let the OneRoof team know here.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
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Contact
020 8496 3000LWA.claims@walthamforest.gov.ukVisit WebsiteWaltham Forest Town Hall, Forest Road, London E17 4JFReport 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If any details look wrong or out of date, you can let the OneRoof team know here.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