Debt and welfare
Benefits checks, debt advice, budgeting help and emergency grants can reduce repeated crisis needs.
Advice and support
This page groups longer-term support routes that may help people beyond emergency food.
Support areas
Housing
Housing officers and homelessness services can help when food insecurity is linked to unstable accommodation.
Mental health
Health and wellbeing support can help people who are struggling to access appointments, meals or community services.
Addiction services
Specialist services can provide advice, treatment routes and practical support for people affected by addiction.
Education and training
Learning, volunteering and employment support can help people move towards longer-term stability.
Healthy Start
Eligible families may receive help towards milk, fruit, vegetables and infant formula.
For support workers
When referring someone to food aid, include any access needs and ask whether they also want advice about the underlying issue. A simple handover can prevent people repeating their story several times.