Support for your finances

Support for your finances helps families access advice and practical guidance to manage money and improve financial wellbeing.

Last updated: 2nd January

Help with everyday costs

Healthy meals on a budget

Try low-cost, family-friendly recipes with step-by-step videos.

Visit Staffordshire Connects.

Council tax reduction

If you're on a low income or claiming benefits, you may be eligible for a discount.

Check eligibility on GOV.UK

Universal credit

Find out how to move from legacy benefits and make a claim.

Visit GOV.UK.

Watch a guide on making a Universal Credit claim on YouTube.

Childcare Choices

Get help with the cost of childcare and find out what support you're entitled to.

Visit Childcare Choices.

Debt and money advice

Citizen's advice

Free, confidential advice on debt, budgeting and benefits.

Visit Citizens Advice.

StepChange Debt Charity

Online support to help you manage debt and improve your finances.

Visit StepChange

Help with energy bills

British Gas Energy Trust

Support for households struggling to pay energy bills.

Visit British Gas Energy Trust

Improve your skills and job prospects

Community learning - skills for life

Free courses to help you gain new skills and improve your employability.

Available online and in person.

Visit Community Learning Service

Need more help?

Speak to your local Family Hub, Health Visitor or GP. You can also explore more services on Staffordshire Connects.