Recent Financial Support Posts
Where to get free debt advice
If you’re struggling with debt, it can be hard to know where to turn. But with lots of free advice services available across the UK, you can find help in […]
Read MoreBenefits
Find out what benefits you’re entitled to, how to claim them, when you qualify, and what to do if things go wrong. Find Out More Here
Read MoreUniversal Credit
If you’re struggling to pay bills, have lost your job or are on low income, it might be worth considering claiming Universal Credit. Universal Credit is a payment paid monthly, or twice […]
Read MoreBenefits Calculator
You can use the Money Helper benefits calculator to help find out where you can get additional support Find out more here
Read MoreScams
No one thinks they’ll be caught out by a scam, but it happens more than you’d think. Money Helper is here to help you understand the different ways you could […]
Read MoreDealing with debt
You’ve taken the first important step by reading about dealing with debt, so you’ll be pleased to know you’re in the right place as our guidance is easy to understand […]
Read MoreBudgeting
Making your money go further is a goal most of us would like to achieve – and there are loads of ways of doing it, including using our free budget […]
Read MoreBudget Planner
The Money Helper free budget calculator will help you to know exactly where your money is being spent, and how much you’ve got coming in. Knowing how to manage a […]
Read MoreGovernment Help to Save Scheme
Help to Save is a type of savings account. It allows certain people entitled to Working Tax Credit or receiving Universal Credit to get a bonus of 50p for every £1 they […]
Read MoreHelp to Save savings explained
Watch this video to find out more about Help to Save
HMRC is the UK’s tax, payments and customs authority. We collect the money that pays for the UK’s public services and help families and individuals with targeted financial support.
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A4U
A4U works to improve the quality of life for people with disabilities and/or long term conditions, their families and carers in Shropshire and its Borders.
AGE UK
Age UK is the country’s leading charity dedicated to helping everyone make the most of later life. We provide companionship, advice and support for older people who need it most.
CITIZENS ADVICE SHROPSHIRE
Citizens Advice Shropshire (CAS) has been part of the local community since 1939. We provide free, independent, confidential and impartial advice to everyone and campaign to improve the policies that affect people’s lives.
Just Credit Union
Just Credit Union is a not-for-profit community bank owned by its members and managed for their mutual benefit.
KEEP SHROPSHIRE WARM
Marches Energy Agency was formed in 1996 as an off-shoot of Shropshire Council’s Energy Team and became an independent energy charity in 1998. We celebrated 25 years in October 2022.
Samaritans
We’re here, day or night, for anyone who’s struggling to cope, who needs someone to listen without judgement or pressure. Samaritans is not only for the moment of crisis, we’re taking action to prevent the crisis.
I am in Crisis
If you feel you need immediate help, contact one of the below charities.
Recommended Apps
Below are a selection of the apps we recommend