Cost of Living Support
Rent and Money
If you’re struggling with rent payments, please call the office on 020 3701 3658 and ask to speak to a member of the income team, who may be able to help.
The Council’s financial wellbeing service, Our Newham Money, provides hardship support, debt advice, income maximisation guidance and much more:
020 8430 2041
Food
The Newham Food Alliance is an open collaboration between partners who reach thousands of residents each week with food parcels, meals and other support:
07790 975 086 (Mon-Fri 9am-5pm)
frontdoor@newhamfoodalliance.org
www.newham.gov.uk/newhamfoodalliance
Energy Bills
Energy Advice London are helping Londoners through the cost-of-living crisis with free advice on saving energy and water, reducing energy bills, accessing financial support, installing renewables and more.
0808 196 8260
Employment
The Council’s employment service, Our Newham Work, has been designed to help Newham residents into work. Whatever your level of experience, they can provide support and advice about your next step:
020 3373 1101
Mental Health
Newham's Mental Health Crisis Helpline is 0800 073 0666. They are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
General
Citizens Advice Newham offer signposting, advice and general support:
020 3855 4472 (Mon-Fri 10am-4pm)