What is a Community Care Grant
It can cover costs if you:
- need help setting up a new home when you've been homeless, leaving care or prison
- need support to stay out of care and keep your home to a liveable standard
- care for someone who's been released from prison
- escaped domestic abuse and need help
- have a child whose health is at risk due to not having a settled home or essential items
Who can apply
You need to be on a low income. This does not mean you need to be on benefits. There's no figure that confirms whether you've a low income. If you're on one of the benefits below or your income is about the same as someone who is, it's more likely you can get a Community Care Grant:
- Income Support
- Pension Credit
- Jobseeker's Allowance (JSA) - Income based
- Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) - Income based
- Universal Credit
How to apply
Contact your local council. If you have any issues applying, you can seek assistance from organisations like Social Work, your local Housing Association, Citizens Advice.
Regions:
Money
Financial Support
Contact information
You can use the information below to get in touch with Community Care Grant