10 top tips to help with the cost of living
- If you are working, check you are receiving the national minimum wage
- If you are on a low income (in or out of work) check if you are entitled to Universal Credit or receiving all benefits you could.
- You can ask for money for essential items like food, clothing, fuel, and white goods. Apply for a Household Support Fund (HSF) online or call 08085 834 333 or apply via
- Get help with paying your rent by applying for a Discretionary Housing Payment (DHP) 024 7683 3773 uat.coventry.gov.uk/dhp
- Look to see if you can apply for Council Tax Support and ask for your Council Tax to spread over 12 months to reduce your monthly bill.
- Become a member of one of the Social supermarkets/Food Hubs so you can get £20-25 worth of food for a £4 membership every week.
- Get help with school uniform, school shoes, clothing from Clothing Coventry.
- Contact your energy supplier if you are finding it hard to pay your bill. Also contact the Warm and Safe Homes advice Line: 0800 304 7159, or Act on Energy 0800 988 2881
- Emergency free food and support can be accessed through the Coventry Food Banks. Contact them on 024 7699 3770.
- Get help with your water bill by applying to the Big Difference Scheme with Severn Trent on 0345 7500 500