Ways to support others
Cost of living support roadshow events
A series of cost-of-living roadshow events and pop-up stalls will be held across West Northamptonshire this summer to highlight the support available to residents.
What do you need help with?
- Warm spaces
- #PovertyHurts: Northamptonshire Community Foundation are encouraging local residents that can afford to do so to donate all or part of their energy rebate to their #PovertyHurts appeal to help those who need it
- Volunteer, for example, food banks, larders, visit elderly residents, buddy schemes
- Good neighbours scheme: For those looking to receive support offered by friendly neighbours
- The West Northamptonshire Poverty Truth Commission: have your say and be involved in social change
- Donate:
- Furniture reuse charity: donate your unwanted furniture or household items you to support others in Northampton or Daventry
- Love your clothes: keep your clothes out of landfill and give to others
- Furniture reuse charity: if you need support with furniture or household items you can contact services in Northampton or Daventry depending on where you live
- Community Law Service: advice and casework on debt, fuel poverty, welfare benefits, housing (evictions and repossessions) and immigration. Call 01604 621038
- Employment support: you can access free employment support here or find out where your nearest job centre is
- Citizens Advice (CA): can provide advice and guidance for residents struggling with the cost of living, call your local branch on:
- Advice on reducing your energy costs: find free advice by visiting the energy saving trust website
- Make the most out of left over food at home: Love Food Hate Waste helps you explore simple ways to save food and money at home
- Getting ready for winter: advice on how you can save money on your energy bills at home via these websites: Centre for Sustainable Energy and Simple Energy Advice
Last updated 13 June 2024