Pensioners urged to apply for help with cost of living increase
Are you a pensioner on a low income? If so, the government’s Household Support Fund is available and you are urged to apply before it runs out.
Are you a pensioner on a low income? If so, the government’s Household Support Fund is available and you are urged to apply before it runs out.
People who qualify can now apply for funding from Dorset Council and in addition there are other organisations that can help.
Food schemes across the county have received funding totalling £90,000 this year in a bid to support residents with rising living costs.
Pilot schemes including £15,000 of funding for four local foodbanks will improve and expand on the availability of fresh produce in food parcels.
Government funding of more than £2m will help meet the costs of vulnerable families in Dorset this winter.
People who are unable to afford food, energy and water bills are to be able to access financial support this winter.