Turn2us is a national charity providing practical help to people who are struggling financially.
Anyone can be a missed pay-cheque, illness or bereavement away from a real financial crisis, and Turn2us can help you find the support you need to get back on track.
Their website offers a Benefits Calculator which takes less than 10 minutes to complete and it will tell you which means-tested benefits you may be entitled to, including tax credits. They have a Grants Search can help you look for funds that might be able to give you a grant or other types of help and they also award their own grants.
All calls to their helpline are free from a UK landline and from most mobiles. If you are calling from a mobile, please check with your network provider. Or you can email them at: info@turn2us.org.uk.