Recent Financial Support Posts
Unison Wellbeing breaks
Wellbeing breaks can provide welcome relief from stress and respite from difficult circumstances – this can include assisting with recovery from illness to help prepare for a return to work. If you are on a low income or in hardship and cannot afford the cost of a break, There for You may be able to […]
Read MoreUnison Financial assistance
You may have financial difficulties for all sorts of unexpected reasons, such as: Loss of income; Relationship breakdown; Bereavement; Suffering from a long illness; Needing to buy equipment because of a disability; Caring for someone with special needs or an illness. What we can help with There for You is proud to support thousands of […]
Read MoreUNISON Debtline
Even a small change in circumstances can turn a manageable situation into a debt problem that may threaten your home or your family’s wellbeing. UNISON Debtline is a free, confidential debt advice service that can help you deal with all sorts of debt. Get help with debt
Read MoreUNISON benefits calculator
See what help is available from benefits if you’re affected by coronavirus, and make sure you’re getting all the help you’re eligible for with the UNISON Benefits Calculator. Check my benefits
Read MoreUnison Budget planner
The first vital step in taking control of your finances is to create your own personal budget plan. Our user friendly budget planner is free to use and should only take minutes to complete if you have all your financial information to hand. Try The Planner Are you getting everything you’re entitled to? Check your […]
Read MoreWhere 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 a way that’s best for you. Money Helper has lots of information and resources which will help you find the right help for you Find […]
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 a month for some people in Scotland, to help with your living costs. Some of the benefits and tax credits you might be getting now […]
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 be scammed, and how to recognise them so you’re confident you can spot one and let friends and family know too. They have got guidance, […]
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Step Change
We provide the UK’s most comprehensive debt advice service. Since 1993, we’ve helped 7.5 million people with debt problems take back control of their finances and their lives.
The Shrewsbury Ark
The Shrewsbury Ark is an independent charity dedicated to helping homeless and vulnerable people in our community to turn their lives around.
The Shropshire Larder
The Shropshire Larder is a community information resource which brings together local and national knowledge on different types of support available in Shropshire.
I am in Crisis
If you feel you need immediate help, contact one of the below charities.
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