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Merton Foodbank
Local foodbank support for people in Merton experiencing hardship.
Redbridge Council Cost of Living Support
Council information and support for residents struggling with the cost of living.
Hainault 360 Support Hub
Local in-person support hub for people in Hainault and nearby areas.
Redbridge Holiday Fun (HAF) Programme
Holiday activities and food support for eligible children and young people in Redbridge.
Richmond Council Cost of Living Directory
Council directory of local cost of living support services for Richmond upon Thames residents.
Southwark Council Cost of Living Support
Council information and support to help residents with the rising cost of living.
Southwark Better Living Fund
One-off support for food, energy and essentials for eligible Southwark residents.
Southwark Council Warm Spaces
Free warm and welcoming spaces across Southwark, with some offering food and advice.
Sutton Council Cost of Living Support
Council guide to local support with rising living costs in Sutton.
Tower Hamlets Cost of Living Support
Official local support for residents facing food, fuel, housing and other cost of living pressures.
Tower Hamlets Household Support Fund
Financial support for vulnerable households in Tower Hamlets with essential costs.
East End Community Foundation
Grant-maker working to tackle inequality across Tower Hamlets and the wider East End.
First Love Foundation
Trauma-informed crisis intervention and wraparound support for people facing poverty in Tower Hamlets.
Waltham Forest Local Welfare Assistance
Council financial help for households in severe hardship who cannot afford basic essentials.
Waltham Forest support and community services directory
Local directory of support, activities and community services across Waltham Forest.
Highams Park Food Aid
Community food aid supporting vulnerable people and families in Highams Park and nearby areas.
Wandsworth Cost of Living Hub
Council hub bringing together local help and support with bills, money and everyday living costs.
Westminster Council Local Hardship Fund
Emergency local support fund for Westminster residents affected by the cost of living crisis.
Westminster Household Support Fund
Emergency support for vulnerable Westminster households dealing with exceptional hardship.
Pension Credit
Extra money to help with living costs if you are over State Pension age and on a low income.
Family Information Hub – Advice and financial support
Family Information Hub page with advice and financial support information for local families.
Free Mobile Data, Texts and Minutes service
Idea Stores provide free SIM cards with data, minutes and texts through the National Databank for eligible residents.
Citizens Advice Brent
Free, confidential advice on debt, benefits, housing and employment for Brent residents — call 020 8438 1249.
Brent Hubs (Harlesden)
Multi-agency support for benefits, housing, and debt in the heart of Harlesden.
Benefits & Cost of Living support across the UK
Browse benefits & cost of living support services across the UK, including charities, practical help, referral options, free support and trusted community organisations.
This page helps people compare local and national support, understand what each service offers, and find the right benefits & cost of living help more quickly.
