If you're struggling with money, the following support is available:
- check which benefits you’re entitled to
- support with debts
- reduce your bills and everyday costs
- make your money go further
Advice Portsmouth provides free and confidential advice for anyone who lives or works in Portsmouth. They can help with household bills, benefits, debt, housing and employment issues. Call 023 9279 4340, text 07789 550593 or email advice.portsmouth@theyoutrust.org.uk.
Citizens Advice Portsmouth has specialist advisers who can help with money and debt problems. Call 023 9400 6600 or email contactus@caportsmouth.org.uk.
If you’re a council tenant, you can get advice on money and benefits from your housing officer, who has access to specialist money advice.
Help with food
If you are struggling to afford food, support is available through local foodbanks and community food projects.
Mental health support
Money worries can affect your mental health and wellbeing. You can find mental health support for adults.
The mental health charity Mind also has helpful tips and information about:
- how to manage anxiety around bills
- organise your finances
- understanding how money can affect your mood