If you’re struggling to afford essentials such as food, energy bills or housing, you may be eligible for a £500 payment through our Cost of Living Crisis Fund.
How to apply
There are several ways to apply for support from our Cost of Living Crisis Fund. You can:
- call Citizens Advice Camden on 0808 278 7835
- if you’re a council tenant, you can also speak to your neighbourhood housing officer
- if you’re a private renter, you can also email us COLprivaterenter@camden.gov.uk or contact Camden Federation of Private Tenants on 020 7383 0151
- contact one of the organisations in Camden Advice Network
More information
The amount you can receive will depend on your circumstances and the size of your household. Payments are up to a maximum of £500. You can receive up to 2 payments over a 12-month period.
The support you receive could be a payment into your bank account, vouchers or help with debt repayments. It could also include appliances to help you reduce costs such as a slow cooker, air fryer or microwave.
Who can apply
To apply, you must:
- be over 18 (over 16s can apply if you live independently)
- have lived in Camden for at least 6 weeks
- provide proof that you are in urgent financial need
We will check our Council Tax database to confirm you are a Camden resident. If you are not registered, we may ask for another form of proof such as a bill, bank statement or benefit letter sent to you at a Camden address.
If there is more than one adult or family in your household, the application must come from the person responsible for Council Tax.
If you apply for a Cost of Living Crisis Fund payment, we can also help you access other advice and support that’s tailored to your situation. This may include:
- advice to reduce your energy bills
- benefits, budgeting and debt advice
- help to find a job or increase your income
- childcare
- mental health and wellbeing support
- support to access the internet or a digital device
Further support
Our website has more information and support with cost of living.
You can also call us on 020 7974 4444 (choose option 9 for welfare support).