Somerset Warm Connections
If someone is struggling financially, you can refer them for free money advice. To arrange a money advice appointment, please complete the referral using the Somerset Warm Connections Portal.
Citizen Advice
Get help with budgeting, welfare checks, and money management on the Citizen Advice Page.
They offer information about:
- Hardship funds for families and residents facing fuel poverty
- Help with costs like school uniforms
Council Tax Discounts
For information about Council Tax Discounts, visit our Council Tax page.
Benefits
For information about Housing Benefits or Council Tax Support, visit our Housing Benefit page.
If you apply for Benefits and it is not given, or you are not satisfied with the amount of the benefit or the length of time it has been given, you can request a review of the decision.
You can also find information on Universal Credit, including how to apply, on our Universal Credit page.
Discretionary Hardship Payments (DHPs)
If you already receive benefits and are in financial hardship, you can apply for additional support. Find out more on our Claim a discretionary award page.
Community loan
For information on Credit unions, which are community loan providers. Please visit Wyverns or the Credit Unions website.
Local support from the Centre for Sustainable Energy
You can reduce your energy bills by making your home more energy efficient. This will be particularly important as winter approaches. Visit the Centre for Sustainable Energy website for home energy advice. To get in touch with them, phone 0800 082 2234 or visit the Centre for Sustainable Energy Contact us page.