Financial Support

These organisations offer resources, helplines, and services that can help parents understand and support their child’s mental health, whether the need is for immediate guidance or ongoing support.

Organisations that provide financial support, advice, and guidance for individuals facing financial difficulties:

1. Citizens Advice

• Website: citizensadvice.org.uk
• Citizens Advice provides free, confidential advice on managing money, dealing with debt, benefits, and budgeting. Their website also has information on local branches for face-to-face support.

2. StepChange Debt Charity

• Website: stepchange.org
• StepChange offers free, expert debt advice and debt management plans. They provide support for people dealing with personal debt, helping them find practical solutions to manage their finances.

3. Turn2us

• Website: turn2us.org.uk
• Turn2us is a national charity that helps people in financial hardship access welfare benefits, charitable grants, and other financial support. They also have an online benefits calculator and grant search tool.

4. National Debtline

• Website: nationaldebtline.org
• National Debtline offers free debt advice via phone, webchat, and email. They provide resources for budgeting, managing debt, and handling creditors.

5. MoneyHelper

• Website: moneyhelper.org.uk
• Provided by the Money and Pensions Service, MoneyHelper offers free, impartial advice on a range of financial issues, including pensions, budgeting, debt, and benefits.

6. Christians Against Poverty (CAP)

• Website: capuk.org
• CAP provides free debt help, budgeting courses, and support for individuals struggling with debt and financial hardship. They offer community-based support, regardless of faith.

7. The Trussell Trust

• Website: trusselltrust.org
• Known for their food bank network, The Trussell Trust also provides practical help to individuals facing financial crises, such as emergency food supplies and support to improve their financial stability.

8. British Gas Energy Trust

• Website: britishgasenergytrust.org.uk
• This trust offers grants to individuals and families struggling with energy debt. It is available to both British Gas customers and non-customers, helping people clear energy arrears and manage their bills.

9. Local Welfare Assistance (via local councils)

• Website: gov.uk/find-local-council
• Many local councils provide welfare assistance schemes to support individuals and families in financial crisis. These can offer short-term financial support, including help with food, bills, or essential items.

10. Energy Saving Trust

• Website: energysavingtrust.org.uk
• This organisation offers guidance on reducing energy bills and advice on grants for home improvements. They also provide support for those struggling with energy costs, helping individuals make their homes more energy efficient.

These resources offer various types of financial assistance, from debt management and budgeting to emergency support and grants, making them valuable for anyone facing financial difficulties in the UK.