Cost of Living Support
We know this is a challenging time and many families across North Yorkshire and the UK are facing financial difficulties. On this page, you'll find links to services and resources which provide practical help and/or emotional support.
Are you entitled to Free School Meals?
Find out if you are entitled using the link below. In addition to the provision of free school meals the Government also provide additional funding which may be as high as £6000, in schools today this can make a real difference to the lives of our children, all from completing a form in just a few minutes.
Please click the link below to apply.
https://www.northyorks.gov.uk/education-and-learning/free-school-meals
Cost of Living Support North Yorkshire
There are a wide variety of support schemes and organisations in North Yorkshire which may be able to help or advise if you are struggling to pay for essentials.
https://www.northyorks.gov.uk/community-and-volunteering/cost-living-support-0
Cost of Living Support Redcar and Cleveland
https://www.redcar-cleveland.gov.uk/cost-of-living-support
https://www.redcar-cleveland.gov.uk/benefits-and-support/household-support-fund
https://www.redcar-cleveland.gov.uk/cost-of-living-support/financial-support
Childcare Support
Government help with childcare costs for parents. Whether you have toddlers or teens, you could get support:
https://www.gov.uk/help-with-childcare-costs
Local Support:
Food and Stores: https://hopewhitby.co.uk/malachi-storehouse/
Scarborough, Whitby and Ryedale Organisations
https://redcararea.foodbank.org.uk/
FEAST – All children and young people across North Yorkshire can get involved in a range of holiday activities, with free places and a free meal for children and young people receiving benefits-related free school meals
National Resources:
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- GOV.UK's cost of living page for broader support.
- MoneyHelper for financial advice.
- Citizens Advice for free, impartial advice.
- Find a Food Bank