Welfare Benefits & Debt Management

Helping Hands Community Trust is a local charity dedicated to supporting anyone facing a crisis in their life. We offer free, confidential, and professional advice to help you navigate difficult situations and get back on track.

Our experienced team provides guidance on a wide range of issues, including:

  • Welfare Benefits – Understanding your entitlements and helping with claims.
  • Debt Advice – Support to manage debts and improve your financial wellbeing.
  • Housing – Assistance with housing problems, homelessness, and finding accommodation.
  • Employment – Advice on work-related issues and rights.
  • Family Law – Guidance on family matters and legal concerns.
  • Mental Health Support – Compassionate help for those struggling with mental health challenges.

We are proud to have helped over 120,000 residents and maintain a 95% satisfaction rate. Our service is completely free and open to everyone in the local community.

How to access our service:

  • Visit us at our South Wigston centre during opening hours.
  • Call our advice line for support and information.
  • Email us with your questions or concerns.

Opening Hours: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday: 10.00am – 1.00pm. Our phone line is available until 3pm (Monday to Friday).

We are here to listen, support, and help you find solutions. No appointment is necessary – just drop in or get in touch.

Service statistics
Usually replies in 1 day
100% of referrals accepted
Categories:
Benefits advice and assessment
Debt counselling
Financial advice and support
Welfare rights advice
Helping with money
Service access criteria:

Based in Wigston Magna URC church on Long Street

Additional needs catered for:
Wheelchair accessible
Physical disability friendly
Dementia friendly
Non English speaking friendly
benefits, debt, advice services, housing, employment, legal
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