Newham Council - Hardship Support

Struggling to cover essentials like food or energy bills? This free, confidential Newham Council service is for Newham residents facing financial hardship, including emergencies or severe hardship. It offers short-term urgent financial assistance, with support assessed individually and based on available funds. - Help with essential household costs such as food and prepayment meter energy bills - Support may be given through supermarket vouchers or BACS payments - Other items can be considered in exceptional circumstances - Support is discretionary and intended as short-term help, not a permanent solution - The wider Our Newham Money service can help with financial wellbeing, debt advice and benefits guidance Cost: Free How to access: Request a referral through Joy.