Additional support
Support & helpful links
We can’t help with everything, but we want to make sure you find the support you need. Below are organisations and services across Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Shropshire that we trust and recommend.
Money & benefits
Financial guidance & benefits calculators
If you’re unsure what benefits you may be entitled to, or need advice on managing debt and finances, these services can help.
Entitled To
Free, independent benefits calculator. Find out what benefits, tax credits and Universal Credit you may be entitled to.
entitledto.co.uk →
Herefordshire & Worcestershire CAB
Free, confidential advice on benefits, debt, housing, employment and more.
herefordshirecab.org.uk →
Shropshire Citizens Advice
Free, independent advice for people in Shropshire on financial, legal, housing and employment issues.
cabshropshire.org.uk →
Local directories
Find support in your county
Each county has its own community support directory where you can search for local services, groups and organisations.
Talk Community Directory
Herefordshire’s directory of local community support services, groups and organisations.
talkcommunitydirectory.org →
Worcestershire Community Directory
Search for local help and support across Worcestershire.
worcestershire.gov.uk →
Shropshire Community Directory
Find local community groups, services and support across Shropshire.
shropshire.gov.uk →
Food & emergency support
Urgent food & crisis help
If you need immediate food support, these organisations can help with food parcels, vouchers and emergency assistance.
Herefordshire Foodbanks Network
A network of food banks across Herefordshire providing emergency food parcels to people in crisis.
herefordfoodbank.co.uk →
The Trussell Trust
The UK’s largest food bank network. Find your nearest food bank and access emergency food support.
trusselltrust.org →
The Smallwood Trust
Provides grants and support specifically for women in financial need across the UK.
smallwoodtrust.org.uk →
Energy & warmth
Staying warm & managing energy costs
If you’re struggling with energy bills or your home is cold, these organisations offer practical advice and support.
Act On Energy
Free, independent energy advice for households across the Midlands. Help with bills, switching, insulation and grants.
actonenergy.org.uk →
Keep Herefordshire Warm
A Severn Wye Energy Agency project helping Herefordshire residents access energy efficiency improvements.
severnwye.org.uk →
Not sure where to start?
Call us on 01584 811512 and we’ll help point you toward the right organisation for your situation.
Important
Worried about a loan shark?
Illegal money lenders prey on people in financial difficulty. If you’re being pressured to borrow money from someone who isn’t authorised, you can get help in complete confidence.
0300 555 2222
Stop Loan Sharks helpline — 24/7