The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has made funding available to councils in England called the Household Support Fund (HSF). This funding is to support those most in need and to help those most in need with the cost of essentials. The fund is intended to support a wide range of households including families, pensioners and people with disabilities.
Types of support that are available through HSF includes:
- energy bills, water bills and any fuel used for heating and cooking
- food
- essentials (clothing, blankets, fridges and cookers)
- wider essentials (hygiene products, transport)
Households in Solihull can access support through the following schemes:
| Scheme name | Provided by | Details | How to apply |
|---|---|---|---|
| Discretionary Crisis Fund (DCF) | Solihull Council | DCF provides essential household items for people in urgent need. It does not provide cash or loans. | Please call us on 0121 704 8284 or visit the webpage for an application form |
| Energy/Fuel Support Scheme | Act on Energy | Act on Energy can support with fuel debt and energy bills. | Please visit the webpage for full details and how to apply. |
| Cost of Living Grants (for residents of State Pension Age) | Age UK Solihull | Support with food, energy and water bills, practical measures to promote energy savings, and to keep people warm for those of State Pension Age on low incomes, including older carers. | For further information please visit the webpage or telephone Age UK Solihull on 0121 704 8080, Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5.00pm. |
| Solihull Food Bank Network |
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For those who do not have immediate access to food. | For an emergency food parcel please call us on 0121 704 8001 to request a referral |
For further information on more support for households in Solihull please visit our other Here2Help webpages.
You can also find additional support on the Government’s Cost of Living Hub.
