The Monday Meet Up
Free refreshments, activities and talks in partnership with AgeUK RBH Di’s Diamonds over 50s social group.
Resources > Healthy Money
Help with money
Worrying about money can be stressful. This can impact your mental and physical health. There are many services, groups, and organisations that offer support with money and training on how to manage your money in Havering.
Visit a Community Hub
Community Hubs are run by the council and local partners in Harold Hill and Rainham. They bring different services together in one place, making it easier for you to get the help and support you need. You can access free services and get cost of living support.
I need support with...
Find local support to help you make the most of your money.
Get support to build your skills and find the right job for you.
Support to save on travel costs.
Get support with utility bills and keeping your home warm.
Support to pay for prescriptions, transport for medical appointments and more.
Support for people impacted by gambling.
I need face-to-face support
Support for specific communities
Emergency support
If you need urgent help with money, there's support available for you.
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Upcoming Events
Upcoming events
Mardyke Community Association Warm & Cool Space
Activities, breakfast, refreshments, advisory information and free use of IT Suite and computers.
Elm Park Community Association Warm & Cool Space
Social morning with refreshments and activities hosted by Elm Park Community Association.
Warm & Cool Space at The Royals Centre
Refreshments, lunch, activities, arts and crafts, children’s corner.
Warm & Cool Space at The Hope Café
Hosted by HoPEC (House of Polish and European Community). Soup, tea and coffee board games, reading corner and occasional activities.
Related Services
Related services
Ageing Well Community Wellness & Empowerment Service
The Ageing Well Empowerment Service gives adults aged 50+ living in Havering wellbeing support in the community. The service is commissioned by Havering Council and delivered by Age UK Redbridge, Barking and Havering in partnership with the British Red Cross and Age UK East London. It brings together a wealth of expertise to support older residents in Havering.
Thames Water extra support with your water bills
With a range of support available, we can help choose the correct support for you.
Living Well Community Wellness and Empowerment Service
The Live Well Empowerment Service gives adults living in Havering wellbeing support in the community. The service is commissioned by Havering Council and delivered by Tapestry Care UK through community hubs in Rainham, Harold Hill and Hornchurch.
Community Resilience phone line
For further support with the cost of living, residents can contact the council directly via email at costoflivingresponse@havering.gov.uk or call the Community Resilience helpline on 01708 432280
Supporting Humanity Free Funeral Services
Losing a loved one is emotionally, physically and mentally difficult. you are not alone, we are here for you. At Supporting Humanity, we help by liaising with hospitals, local authorities and registrars. We also work closely with cemeteries to help dig graves, clean and maintain the grounds, so you don't have to. We provide emotional support to help and assist through this difficult time. All Bereavement services are provided free of charge.
Rainham Foodbank – Benefits Advice & Advocacy
Our friendly volunteer is experienced in helping with benefits claims, including PIP (Personal Independence Payment), and can speak up on your behalf.
Rainham Foodbank – Debt Support
If you’re struggling with debt, our Debt Support Manager can speak to your creditors to help you find the best outcome.
DWP Havering Armed Forces Champion
The Department for Work and Pensions Armed Forces Champions are a national team covering England, Wales and Scotland. They assist veterans, any person who has been a member of the UK armed forces for a day or more, regarding benefits, pensions, jobs, courses and assisting with barriers to work and signposting regarding mental and physical health issues/conditions.
National Debtline
We’re an independent debt advice charity. If you’re struggling with debt, we can help.
Christians Against Poverty Debt Help
St Michaels Church, Gidea Park and Harold Hill Foodbank partners with Christians Against Poverty (CAP UK) to support local people here in Romford, who are facing unmanageable debt.
