Support at Christmas
Get support with the cost of living at Christmas
Support with the cost of living is available for all families. Not all support is means tested.
Cost of living support
- Help with food
- Warm Welcome spaces
- You can call us 01983 823134 to talk to someone.
Supportive organisations
If you're not sure where to go for help these organisations offer support and advice.
Citizens Advice Isle of Wight
Citizens Advice Isle of Wight. Call 08001448848 to talk to someone.
Connect4communities
Find out how the government's Household Support Fund can help you and other Islanders on the connect4communities website.
Benefits
Citizens Advice Help to Claim line: 0800144 8444
The Government provides a free and anonymous benefits calculator. Use it to check what benefits you could be entitled to.
Energy bills
Contact The Footprint Trust for energy saving advice and more. Call 01983 822282 to talk to someone.
Mental health
Use Isle of Wight Community Mental Health and NHS 111 online to get support with your mental health.
If you need someone to talk to access our list of organisations providing telephone support.
Christmas Holiday Activities and Food scheme
The Holiday Activities and Food scheme is available this Christmas. It's for children who receive free school meals but there are also some paid for places available. Discover lots of different activities for all ages including teens. Everyone who attends gets a nutritious meal during the day.