Cumbria Household Support Fund
18th January 2023
A recent survey for Cumbria Association of Local Councils shows that 69% of Parish Councils are hearing more comments on financial difficulties from residents than in previous years – and local data suggests that the take up of available support is lower in rural areas, despite the fact that fuel poverty and transport costs are higher in those areas. We know it can be difficult for people to reach out for help - a Countywide Helpline could help support those who are struggling. Cumbria County Council has a limited amount of money available through the Household Support Fund to help people who are in financial crisis. The funding is available up to 31 March 2023 or when the funding has been allocated, whichever occurs soonest.
Small, one-off payments can be made to help households in immediate crisis - for example, those unable to buy food, pay energy bills or buy other essentials.
If you provide information and advice, or know people who may benefit from this kind of support – please share this information.
Applications can be made online by visiting www.cumbria.gov.uk/costofliving (this is the quickest way to apply) or call Cumbria County Council’s Ways to Welfare helpline on 0800 783 1966