Welfare schemes help pay bills in Allerdale
By Jon McNamara

Anyone who is in a financial hardship in the Allerdale Borough can turn to the council for the Ways to Welfare grant or loan scheme. The council provide funds, vouchers, or loans for paying bills,…

In categories: Allerdale
Salvation Army Cumbria social services
By Jon McNamara

The homeless, vulnerable, poor, and less fortunate in Cumbria can turn to the Salvation Army for assistance. They operate as a Christian faith-based church – charity, but anyone can drop in for help, no matter…

In categories: Cumbria
Elim Community Church food and debt programmes in Carlisle
By Jon McNamara

The Christian based Elim Community Church is involved in helping families on a low income in Carlisle. The staff members reach out to assist people living in poverty as well as those facing a financial…

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Manna House assistance for low income in Cumbria
By Jon McNamara

There are several services provided by the Manna House. People that are low income or living in poverty can get advice and practical support from the Drop in Centre and Cafe. Some short term assistance…

In categories: Cumbria
Free food banks Cumbria
By Jon McNamara

Dozens of churches in Cumbria provide food the to vulnerable and needy. Each location will have limited hours and items available, but the aim of the charity organisations is to help the low income stay…

In categories: Cumbria
Ways to Welfare grant and loan programme Cumbria
By Jon McNamara

The Cumbria County Council created an emergency programme for families and individuals that are facing a crisis and that need financial help. The scheme is Ways to Welfare, and it can provide a number of…

In categories: Cumbria
Cumbria grants for heating bills Winter Warmth Fund
By Jon McNamara

Residents of Cumbria can get assistance with their fuel bills from Winter Warmth Fund. The funds from the programme are aimed at helping older people stay warm during the winter, and the grants will prioritise…

In categories: Cumbria