Cost-of-living crisis
Advice, information and supports
Financial problems are some of the most difficult things to talk about or ask for help with. Whether you’re worried about future bills, already struggling to pay the bills or struggling with debt, you're not alone. Thankfully, there are lots of organisations that can provide help, advice and quite often, someone to talk to.
This page sets out details of organisations that can provide help, advice and information. If you have difficulty accessing any of these, please call or email us.
📞 Who can I speak to?
These organisations can provide one-to-one advice and guidance, whether you're struggling with debt or worrying about how you'll manage:
- Citizens Advice debt team – 01743 280019
- National Debtline – 0808 808 4000
- Financial Wellness Group – 0161 518 8285
- Age UK Salford – 0161 788 7300
- StepChange Debt Charity – 0800 138 1111
- Debt Advice Foundation – 0800 622 6151
- Citizens Advice Universal Credit helpline – 0800 144 8444
🏛️ Support from Salford City Council
Salford City Council has lots of useful information on their website, from food banks and mental health services to Council Tax and Housing Benefit support. Visit https://www.salford.gov.uk/advice-and-support/support-with-the-cost-of-living/.
Salford City Council’s Welfare Rights and Debt Advice Service are also available to provide advice and support. You can request an online referral or call them at 0800 345 7375.
🇬🇧 Government Assistance
The Government's Help for Households website has information about benefits and other financial support you may not be aware of. Visit helpforhouseholds.campaign.gov.uk.
💻 More Supports Online
These organisations provide lots of support and advice online:
- Citizens Advice Salford – https://salfordcab.org.uk/
- GMCA Helping Hand – https://www.greatermanchester-ca.gov.uk/helping-hand/
- Step Change – https://www.stepchange.org/
- Which? – https://www.which.co.uk/topic/cost-of-living
- Turn to Us – https://www.turn2us.org.uk/
- Money Helper – https://www.moneyhelper.org.uk/en
- Scope – https://www.scope.org.uk/advice-and-support/
- Energy Saving Trust – www.energysavingtrust.org.uk
- Grants from energy companies – https://charisgrants.com/individuals/
🥫 Food banks
There are several food banks in Salford. To find out where your nearest one is, visit: https://salford.foodbank.org.uk/.