support available if you’re having problems paying energy and household bills

If you can’t afford to buy or cook food for yourself, help is available. Read more below to find local services, charities and community groups who can help and low cost options to help make your money go further.

Emergency funds provide lump sum cash payments or loans to cover extra expenses that you find difficult to cover from your regular income.

Looking for a hot meal or low cost food in Newcastle? Find voluntary groups and charities that cook meals for the community across Newcastle.

Wellbeing Hubs are warm welcoming place to spend time in Newcastle. Local venues, such as libraries and community centres, offer a range of support such as hot drinks, free Wi-Fi, place to charge your devices, information, advice and more.

There are supported shopping schemes that can help you buy your essential items or have them delivered.

A list of charities and voluntary groups where you can get free food parcels when you can’t afford to buy food.

This article signposts you to support and help if you are on a low income.

Information on what to think about before getting a pet. Where to find support to help you look after your pets. Help to find your lost pet. What to do if you find a lost animal. help to rehome your pet. There’s also information on pet friendly places such as pubs and cafes.

Telecare can help you live confidently and independently at home. Gadgets, monitoring systems and alarms can be used to keep you safe and well. Giving you and your carers and family peace of mind.