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. ? How to access: By appointment only. Please...
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Help with money
Worrying about money can be very 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 better manage your money.
Emergency support
If you need urgent help with money, there's support available for you.
Help managing money
Learn how to better manage your money and get on top of your bills.
Help with debt
If you're worried about debt, there's lots of support in Havering.
Help with benefits
According to Age UK, millions of households in the UK could be missing out on benefits they are eligible for.
If you would like to check if you could be entitled to extra help, get a benefits check.
Help with medical & NHS costs
If you're on a low-income, you may be able to get help paying for prescriptions, getting transport to get to medical appointments and more.
Help with household bills
If you're struggling with paying your utility bills or keeping your home warm, there's lots of support out there.
Help with gambling
If you are worried about gambling, there are people to support you in stopping.
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Upcoming Events
Upcoming events
Ardleigh Green Family Centre Help Hub
In partnership with Havering College and the Baptist Church our school established a Family Centre for the Ardleigh Green Community in September 2009. The Family Centre which provides a wide...
Warm & Cool Space at the St George’s Centre
Refreshments, hot food, free clothes and company.
Warm & Cool Space at The Royals Centre
Refreshments, lunch, activities, arts and crafts, children’s corner.
Mardyke Community Association Warm & Cool Space
Activities, breakfast, refreshments, advisory information and free use of IT Suite and computers.
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.
Elm Park Community Association Warm & Cool Space
Social morning with refreshments and activities hosted by Elm Park Community Association.
Related Services
Related services
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.
