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Support with the cost of living

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Support with the cost of living

As the cost of living increases, it is important to be aware of the benefits, payments and support options available to you. There are local and national schemes that can help you with rent, food, energy and more. We help to fund advice organisations like Advice Central and Citizens Advice as well as local food banks to help you. If you are struggling, please contact us or one of our partner agencies for advice and support.

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Household support

We are providing funding for eligible households in several ways. Find out how.

Household support

Food banks

Food banks

Find out what food banks are available in Central Bedfordshire.

Find food banks

TURN2US benefits calculator

Benefits Calculator

Check the TURN2US benefits calculator to see what you are entitled to.

Check entitlements

Money, debt and benefit advice

Benefits, discounts, payments and vouchers

Saving money at home

Emergency support

Health and wellbeing support

Employment support