Practical support
Help is out there — and it's free
Struggling with money, bills, disability, or putting food on the table doesn't make you weak. It makes you human. This page brings together the most trusted UK organisations and schemes so you can find the right help, fast.
Financial support
Whether you're in debt, behind on bills, or just can't make ends meet — free, confidential help is available.
Free, independent advice on debt, benefits, housing and employment. Available online, by phone or in person.
Free expert debt advice and a personalised debt solution plan. Helped over 700,000 people last year.
Free debt advice for people in England, Wales and Scotland. Online tools and webchat available.
Helps people access welfare benefits, charitable grants and support services. Free benefits calculator and grant search.
Disability support
If you're living with a disability or long-term health condition, you may be entitled to financial support, equipment and care.
Government benefit for adults with a long-term physical or mental health condition. Helps with extra costs of daily living and mobility.
Advice, information and resources for disabled people. Factsheets on benefits, employment rights and independent living.
Disability equality charity offering free advice on benefits, work and everyday life. Helpline staffed by trained advisers.
Government scheme that pays for practical support if your disability affects the way you do your job.
Food & hunger
No one should go hungry. Food banks and emergency food schemes are available across the UK — no questions asked.
Network of over 1,300 food bank centres across the UK. Find your nearest food bank and get a referral.
Redistributes surplus food to charities and community groups. Find local food projects near you.
Free app to share surplus food and household items with neighbours. Reduces waste and helps those in need.
Energy bills & heating
Struggling to heat your home? You may qualify for grants, discounts or emergency support — even if you're not on benefits.
Government scheme offering a £150 discount on your electricity bill. Automatically applied if you qualify.
Grants to help pay off gas and electricity debt — open to all, not just British Gas customers.
Fuel poverty charity offering advice and support to households struggling with energy costs.
Free advice on reducing energy bills, home insulation grants and renewable energy schemes.
Housing & homelessness
If you're at risk of losing your home, or already without one, urgent help is available.
Free housing advice and legal support. Helps with eviction, homelessness, repairs and housing rights.
National charity for people experiencing homelessness. Provides education, employment and housing support.
Grants & emergency funds
Thousands of charitable grants exist for people in financial hardship — many go unclaimed. You may qualify based on your job, location, age or circumstances.
Search over 3,000 charitable grants by your personal circumstances. Free and confidential.
Extra help from your council if you're struggling to pay rent or housing costs and already receive Housing Benefit or Universal Credit.
Emergency grants and loans from your local council for essential items like food, clothing and white goods.
Not sure where to start?
Citizens Advice is the best first call for almost any practical problem — debt, benefits, housing, employment. They're free, confidential and non-judgmental.
Financial stress and mental health
Money worries are one of the leading causes of anxiety and depression in men. If practical problems are affecting how you feel, our support page has mental health resources alongside this practical help.
Visit our mental health support page