Signposting - Benefits money grants - Grants & charity funding - Friends of the Elderly - Financial Help for People of Retirement Age

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Friends of the Elderly - Financial Help for People of Retirement Age

If you are of state retirement age and are living on a low income, Friends of the Elderly have three grants available that might be of help:-


1. Home essentials – to cover the cost of replacing everyday items, small home repairs and mobility adaptations.
2. Digital connection – can be used towards the cost of equipment, e.g. tablets and smartphones, as well as broadband costs.
3. Financial support – to help with unexpected bills and large costs, such as utility bills, funeral costs or moving fees.

To be eligible, you must be of state retirement age, and live in England or Wales, and are managing on a low income with savings of less than £4,000, and are not living in a residential care home.

You need to be referred by someone working in local health or social care teams, the Citizens Advice, or other charities and community groups: the WPCC is a community group.

If you wish to apply, ask the person referring you to email: hello@fote.org.uk or telephone them on 0330 332 1110. More information including application forms can be found on the [Friends of the Elderly website]