Are you concerned about the rise in the cost of living?
Twyford and Ruscombe Parish Councils are working together to support and offer guidance to our residents during the cost of living crisis in the UK.
We want to support as many of our residents as possible across the key areas outlined in this leaflet. Please find contact details below of organisations that can provide advice and support.
Financial Advice & Support
If you are worried about money, housing or employment, you can contact Citizens Advice.
They can give you free advice on debt, benefits, employment and housing issues. They will also make sure you are getting all the support you are entitled to.
For more information visit:
- www.citizensadvicewokingham.org.uk (one front door)
- Or call: 0808 278 7958
Help with essentials
Get food, crisis support and other advice.
For more information visit:
Mental Health Support
There are many things that can affect your mental health, particularly if you are dealing with financial problems or are living alone. It’s normal and there is help available.
You are not alone. Don’t be afraid to reach out for help if you’re worried about yourself or a loved one.
If you need immediate mental health support call the Samaritans on 116 123
Or visit www.samaritans.org
Support for those in retirement
Age UK Berkshire
Age UK Berkshire provide essential information and expert advice on a wide variety of topics of interest or concern to people aged 50 or older in Berkshire. Age UK Berkshire also assists the families, friends and carers of those aged 50 or older.
For more information visit:
- www.ageuk.org.uk/berkshire
- Or call: 0118 9594242
Age Concern Twyford
Age Concern Twyford is a registered charity whose aim is to assist elderly residents in the area to maintain their independence and quality of life. They serve the local villages of Twyford, Hurst, Wargrave, Sonning, Ruscombe and Charvil.
For more information visit:
- www.ageconcerntwyford.org.uk
- Or call: 0118 9344040
Wokingham Borough Council
Get help with the cost of living crisis, paying your bills, financial support and more.
For more information visit:
- Cost of living help for pensioners (wokingham.gov.uk)
- Or Call 0118 974 6000
Support for people with children
Wokingham Borough Council
Get help with the cost of living crisis, financial support and more.
For more information visit:
- Cost of living help for people with children (wokingham.gov.uk)
- Or Call 0118 974 6000
Local Grants for Educational Costs and Hardship
The Polehampton Charity provides relief for people in need, those experiencing hardship or distress and promotes the education of people under 25 who reside in the parishes of Twyford, Ruscombe and Charvil.
For more information visit: www.thepolehamptoncharity.co.uk
Support for people who live alone
Wokingham Borough Council
Get help with the cost of living crisis, financial support and more.
For more information visit:
- Cost of living help for single people (wokingham.gov.uk)
- Or Call 0118 974 6000
Dealing with an emergency
Wokingham Borough Council
Food and other crisis support.
For more information visit:
- I’m dealing with an emergency (wokingham.gov.uk)
- Or Call 0118 974 6000
How to help others
How you can help others with the cost of living crisis
For more information visit:
Local Partners
