Get Help
Find out how you can get emergency food from a food bank, as well as money advice and other support.
Our food banks and support services are here to help, acting with respect and without judgement.
I need emergency food
Your local food bank can provide an emergency food parcel. Find out how to get a food voucher for emergency food.
I need advice
Access a range of advice and support, including helplines and guidance on benefits and grants that may be available to you.
Advice helplines
If you’re worried about money and struggling to afford the essentials, you can contact a free helpline for personalised support.
A trained Citizens Advice advisor can help with:
- Navigating the benefits system
- Identifying any grants you may be eligible for
- Access to emergency support if you can’t afford the essentials
- Referrals for mental health information and support
Call for free on
0808 208 2138
View options for support communicating on the phone
A trained NI Advice advisor can help with:
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Maximising your income
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Navigating the benefits system
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Identifying any grants you may be eligible for
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Specialist debt and budgeting advice
Call for free on
0800 915 4604
The Independent Food Aid Network can direct you to guidance on:
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Applying for grants
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Benefit eligibility checks
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Debt advice
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Hardship payments
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Benefit claims
Financial support
Find out which benefits and financial support you may be eligible for.
Benefits provide financial support to certain people on low incomes, or to meet specific needs. Find out which benefits you may be eligible for.
If you need support with your gas and electricity bills, find out who to contact for help.
A grant is financial assistance given by a charitable organisation. Find out which welfare grants may be available to you by using the grants search tool.
Use your postcode to find your local Trussell Trust food bank and click through to find their website and contact details.
Check your local food bank website or contact them to find out how to get a food voucher.
Exchange your voucher for an emergency food parcel at your local food bank.