Help with the cost of living

With the cost of energy, rent, food and bills all rising, many of us are feeling worried about our finances and might find ourselves in a position we have never experienced before. But there are services and advice that can help, some of which depend on your circumstances

Help with… food

The Islington Food Partnership lists locations and times of local food hubs and services, plus details of events, emergency support, free cooking courses and food-growing initiatives. Visit the website for more information: islingtonfoodpartnership.org.uk

If you’re in crisis, you can call Trussell Trust’s free helpline on 0808 208 2138 or find a food bank on their website: trusselltrust.org

If you have a food voucher, contact Highbury Roundhouse on Ronalds Road, N5 1XB, to book a slot to collect food. Call on 020 7359 5916 or email admin@ highbury-roundhouse.org,uk.

See the Islington Foodbank website to find out more: islington.foodbank.org.uk

The council may be able to provide food vouchers and can check you’re receiving all the benefits you’re entitled to. Call the We Are Islington helpline on 020 7527 8222, email heretohelp@ islington.gov.uk or visit the council’s dedicated cost of living webpage: islington.gov.uk/

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All primary school children are entitled to free school meals in Islington, and some secondary school pupils are, too – see the council website for information and to apply: islington.gov.uk/ FreeSchoolMeals

Help with… making ends meet

The council has announced a new £1million Hardship Fund. The fund will provide financial support to low-income households not eligible for benefits or other financial support, who are struggling already and very soon won’t be able to make ends meet.

or council tenant, speak to your housing officer to make an application. If you rent from a private landlord, please call 020 7527 6371. To find out more, visit: islington.gov.uk/residentsupport-scheme

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more and apply for support, call the We Are Islington helpline on 020 7527 8222, email heretohelp@islington. gov.uk or visit: islington.gov.uk/ CostOfLiving

Help with… a crisis

If you are facing extreme hardship and need urgent help, the council’s Resident Support Scheme may be able to assist. If you are a housing association

Head to the council’s cost of living page for more info on the types of support available, including help to find work, help with childcare, and how to cut down on your energy bills. You can also sign up there to have regular emails full of the latest updates, advice and support sent straight to your inbox. Visit: islington.gov.uk/ CostOfLiving

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If you can afford to, please consider donating items to your local food bank to support people in need.