Further Support
There are numerous underlying factors that may contribute to households experiencing food insecurity. Fortunately, a variety of support services are available to assist those in need.
Emergency Support
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The Bridge East Midlands
John Storer House, Wards End
Referrals to Food support, Charnwood Welfare provision, Household support fund and housing advice.
Money Support
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Citizen Advice Charnwood​
Various locations
Advice in every area, including Managing money and debt, help with Welfare benefits - including Universal Credit and energy advice.
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CAP Debt Centre
Open Heaven Church, LE11 5QE
New Life Community Church
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Whatever the reason you find yourself in debt, we are here to help. We want to empower you to take those first steps in dealing with your debt, whether that’s talking to a loved one about what’s going on, or getting to grips with what you owe.
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Community Money Advice CHARNMAC
Advisers will be able to discuss with you the different options you may have and help you choose what you would like to do. Whatever your problem it always seems so much better when you share it with someone. At CMA we will give you all the time and space you feel you need and will be alongside you for however long you want.
Energy Support
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Home Energy Retrofit Offer (HERO)​
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The HERO scheme provides advice to households on how to improve energy efficiency. Additional support may be given to eligible residents through one-to-one advice in their home and a free assessment to identify recommended improvements.
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Warm Homes
Public health​
Need advice about keeping your home warm, heating it safely or struggling to pay bills? Public Health runs the Warm Homes service for free advice and information on ways to reduce heating costs and stay warm in your home.
The Bridge East Midlands
John Storer House, Wards End
Can make a referral for Charnwood Welfare Provision. This is an emergency service available to assist people in crisis who are without food/gas/electricity.
Citizen Advice Charnwood​
Various locations
Advice in every area, including Managing money and debt, help with Welfare benefits - including Universal Credit and energy advice.
Family Support
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Family Hubs Leicestershire
Various Locations
are local centres that can offer help and support to all families with babies and children aged 0-9
offering Advice and support, Education, learning and employment, Health and wellbeing, Leisure and recreation
Mental Heath Support
The Mental Health Central Access Point
This is available anytime of the day or night, with no referral criteria, available for anyone of any age needing mental health support for themselves or others. You can call this service on NHS 111 and select option 2, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
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NHS Talking Therapies
Vita Health Group
We all experience times when we feel like we can’t cope, sometimes this can start to affect our everyday lives and prevent us from doing the things we normally do.
If you are experiencing excessive worry, low mood, depression, anxiety or a lack of motivation then we can help.
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NHS Talking Therapies
Vita Health Group
There are Neighbourhood Mental Health Cafés spread around Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland, run by trained and supportive staff, who are there to listen and provide the practical support you may need when you need it most.​
Wellbeing Support
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Joy App
Joy helps you to find activities, groups and support offers near you. From walking groups to debt advice, it’s about what matters to you.