The Helping Hand team at Buckinghamshire Council provides support to residents facing financial difficulties or emergencies. Their services include:
Assistance with heating, bills, and home essentials: They help with energy and water costs, and essential household items
Food support: They offer access to food banks, community fridges, and food voucher schemes
Financial advice: They provide guidance on benefits, debt, and money management, including budgeting courses
Emergency support: For urgent needs, they can assist with immediate financial emergencies
The team aims to help those on low incomes or experiencing financial hardship by providing practical support and advice.
We cannot accept referrals through JOY - you must make a referral through our website please. https://www.buckinghamshire.gov.uk/cost-of-living/
Buckinghamshire (excl. Milton Keynes), those on low incomes or experiencing financial hardship