An extension to the Household Support Fund (HSF) was announced by the UK government in the Budget on 6 March 2024. This fund will cover the period from April 2024 to September 2024. On 29 April 2024 the Children and Families Committee agreed a new package of HSF support in Cheshire East.
The Household Support Fund is to provide crisis support to financially vulnerable households most in need.
The fund has been made available to support immediate needs and help those who are struggling to afford household basics including food, energy and wider essentials.
In addition, the fund is available to provide support to financially vulnerable households most in need that has a long-term sustainableimpact.
What support is available
A range of support is available to help financially vulnerable adults, children and their families living in Cheshire East.
- Food and Energy support
- Financial support for wider essentials
- Financial support for exceptional costs
In addition to this the Household Support Fund will also work with select local third sector organisations to provide financial support to enhance their offer.
How you can access the support
A trusted professional will need to make a referral for you, for example, an education/school professional, support worker, family support worker, Citizen Advice, health professional, registered housing provider, domestic abuse services.
Please speak to a trusted professional who works with you, or who knows your current situation and the financial support you may need. They will be able to discuss whether support from the Household Support Fund is appropriate.
