As the cost of living crisis continues to affect thousands of people across London we’ve gathered some resources to help you find the support you need in these challenging times. This list will be constantly updated with new services and resources.
General
The Government’s Website has a Cost of Living Crisis section to offer advice
The Cost of Living Support Factsheet published by the Government explains the support being offered
The Greater London Assembly Website lists Advice Services by Borough
The Greater London Assembly Website has a Cost of Living Crisis section to offer advice and support
The Government’s Benefit Calculator can help you determine what benefits you’re entitled to
Turn2Us have a wide range of resources including a Benefits Calculator, Grant Searcher and a Cost of Living Crisis Support Page
Citizen’s Advice has advice on how to get support with the cost of living
Inclusion London offers advice on how those with a disability can help lower their energy bills
The London Government Website has a Warmer Homes grants scheme to help cover heating costs (and lots of tips and advice)
Money and Mental Health explains what the Government’s support means to those with Mental Health Issues
The Trussell Trust can help you find your nearest Foodbank
Ofgem has advice for consumers around their energy bills
Work Rights Centre has a dedicated Work of Living Crisis page to offer advice
Tower Hamlets
Tower Hamlets Council has a Cost of Living Crisis page listing the support they can give
Tower Hamlets Community Advice Network lists organisations offering support on a wide range of issues.
The Limehouse Project offers advice including several drop in sessions for Tower Hamlets Residents
Bow Centre offers several services including advice on how to keep your Energy Bills down
Local Offer Tower Hamlets has a detailed list of Foodbanks in the borough.
Family Action offers Grants to help with Welfare issues including Grants around White Goods (Fridges, Washing Machines etc)
St Hilda’s East offers community support across Tower Hamlets
The Residents Support Scheme offers financial support to Tower Hamlets residents at risk or in crisis
Clean Slate can provide budgeting advice and guidance for people who are struggling financially
NHS East London has some advice and support for Tower Hamlets residents
Enfield
Citizens Advice Enfield has resources to help those struggling with their costs
Enfield Council has a list of Community Support they can offer
North Enfield Foodbank has details on several Foodbanks in the borough
The HEET Project can offer support for Enfield residents around Energy Bills and Insulation.
Kingston
Kingston Council has a Cost of Living Crisis page listing the support they can give
Kingston Council also has a comprehensive list of Warm Spaces
Citizens Advice Kingston has a digital toolkit to support Kingston Residents
Connected Kingston is a directory of services in the borough. Such as those offering financial support
Kingston Foodbank has details on several Foodbanks in the borough