Household Support Fund
Rent increase letters - what to expect and what to do
If you receive Housing Benefit and are renting a Housing Association Property, we are normally told about your yearly rent increase by your Housing Association.
In March, you will get an update through the post showing your Benefit Entitlement from April 2026. If your rent has increased and that is not reflected in the letter we send you, please email your rent increase letter to [email protected] or alternatively bring it in to a Council office.
If you get Universal Credit, you can update your Housing Costs on the Universal Credit portal and provide the proof.
Contents
- Household Support Fund
- School holiday vouchers
- Household support and advice
- Support with food
- Support with energy costs and savings
- Support for households with babies and infants
- Support for people who need extra help
- Support where you live
Support for households with babies and infants
In West Northamptonshire, Family Hubs are safe, welcoming places where families with children can get help and support. For more information, visit our about Family Hubs section on our website.
Some local groups have been given money from the Household Support Fund to help families with babies and young children.
The groups below offer:
| Organisation | Description |
|---|---|
| Baby Basics | Help for new parents, including safe places for babies to sleep and warm clothes for winter |
| Restore Northampton and Growbaby | Free baby clothes, food, and other baby items. They also help families get more support if needed |
| Moulton Community CIO | Food help, baby packs, cooking classes, and workshops on sewing and fixing clothes |
Last updated 16 February 2026