If you are worried about money, struggling to pay bills, dealing with debt or finding it difficult to afford food and other essentials, there are organisations that can offer free advice and practical support.
You do not have to wait until things become a crisis before asking for help.
Offers free, confidential advice about benefits, debt, budgeting, bills and financial difficulties.
Information about financial support, benefits and help if you are struggling to manage your money.
Find information about local help with essential costs and support available to households.
A directory of local organisations and community services, including food support, advice services and help for people experiencing financial hardship.
Provides free advice about money, debt, benefits, housing costs and financial difficulties.
Information about local support, financial assistance and help with essential living costs.
Find local organisations and services offering practical help, community support and advice.
If you are struggling to afford food, toiletries or other essential items, local food banks and community organisations may be able to help. Some services require a referral, so check their arrangements before visiting.
Find food banks and information about accessing emergency food support.
A free helpline offering advice to people struggling to afford food and essential costs.
Telephone: 0808 208 2138
Search for food banks and other food support services in your local area.
Information about independent food banks and community food support across the UK.
Search for local food banks, community pantries and other practical support.
Find local food support and community services in Norfolk.
Free, impartial guidance about budgeting, benefits, managing bills, borrowing and dealing with financial difficulties.
Helps people check whether they may be entitled to benefits, grants or other financial support.
Check which benefits you may be eligible for, including support based on your income and circumstances.
Provides advice and support for disabled people, including help relating to benefits and independent living.
You may be able to get help with food, energy and water bills, housing costs and essential household items through your local council’s Crisis and Resilience Fund. Eligibility and application processes vary by council.
Information about payment support and assistance if you are struggling to pay your water bill.
Information about support schemes and help with water bills.
Advice about energy bills, energy suppliers and support available to households.
Information about benefits, financial support and government services.
MoneyHelper: Emergency help with money and food
Guidance on where to find emergency financial support and help with essential costs.
If you need help now
If you are struggling to afford food, keep your home warm or pay for essential items, contact your local council or Citizens Advice to find out what support may be available. You do not need to wait until you are in serious debt or facing an emergency to ask for help.
