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The emergency welfare scheme in Thanet is for families on a low income, Universal Credit, or government benefits. The council provides claimants with free grants/vouchers to pay bills (utility, electric, housing), free food vouchers, white…
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When a resident’s funds are low, the Dartford borough bond scheme can help a family or individual pay a rent or damage deposit on a new home or flat. The assistance is for private rented…
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The authorities in Sevenoaks provide financial help to the homeless as well as prospective tenants. The assistance is part of the Private Sector Lettings (PSL) scheme, and funds from the council are used for paying…
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The Salvation Army in Kent provides at least five programmes to help the needy in the area. A list of the services is below, but it includes everything from a free food bank to the…
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Residents of Maidstone that have used up all of the grants, loans from credit unions, and national benefits but still need help may be able to get financial assistance from the welfare scheme. The council…
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Any person in Kent that has no other government safety net programmes available to them can seek help from Catching Lives. The charity provides assistance directly to clients for any basic needs they have. The…
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People that are struggling to come up with the funds for paying a deposit can apply to the Thanet District Council for help. The authorities will offer short term assistance from their Bond Scheme and it…
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Families that are struggling in the Canterbury district can turn to the food bank for help. The charity operates as a Christian based organisation and provides assistance in surrounding villages as well, including Herne Bay,…
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The vulnerable can turn to Caring Hands in the Community for help. The not-for-profit organisation offers several core services, and they include health care, wellbeing, food, and similar aid. They combine advice with practical support…
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Deposit assistance is available in the Maidstone Borough. The council has two main schemes they provide, and they include a bond of up to £850 or in some cases a low interest loan will be…