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Looking for financial, housing, or asylum support?

NHS Talking Therapies treats common mental health conditions, but it may not always be the most suitable service for your current needs. If you require specialised assistance with debt, finances, housing, or the asylum process, please explore the trusted national and local support services listed below.

National Support Groups

Citizens Advice (Financial and Debt Support)

A nationwide network providing free, confidential advice on benefits, debt, consumer rights, housing, and legal issues

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MoneyHelper (Financial Support)

Backed by the government to provide free, impartial guidance on finances, pensions, benefits, and savings.

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StepChange (Debt Advice)

Expert, free, and flexible debt advice and solutions.

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National Debtline (Debt Advice)

Independent charity offering free debt advice and budgeting resources.

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Turn2Us (Benefits guidance)

A national charity providing practical financial help, support tools, and benefits guidance.

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The Trussell Trust (Foodbank)

Nationwide network of food banks providing emergency food and financial hardship support.

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Too Good To Go (Discounted Food)

A social impact app/company helping users rescue surplus food from local businesses at discounted prices.

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Shelter (Homelessness and Housing Support)

National housing charity providing emergency advice, legal assistance, and online support for housing issues and homelessness.

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Refugee Council (Advice for Refugees and Asylum Seekers)

National charity supporting refugees and asylum seekers with crisis advice, mental health counselling, integration support, and dedicated help for unaccompanied children.

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Asylum Aid (Asylum Support)

National specialist legal and advice service for asylum seekers.

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Migrant Help (Asylum Support)

Independent advice, guidance, and free national asylum support.

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Local Support

Bristol, North Somerset & South Gloucestershire

A suspension bridge spans across a deep green valley with several colorful hot air balloons floating in the sky. Trees and foliage surround the bridge under a clear blue sky.

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Basildon & Brentwood

Aerial view of an urban area with a mix of historic and modern buildings surrounded by green spaces and trees, set under a clear blue sky with distant horizon visible.

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Calderdale

Stone houses with grey slate roofs rest on a hillside, surrounded by lush green trees and a forested background. Sunlight highlights the textures and patterns of the traditional architecture.

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Leicester, Leicestershire & Rutland

Aerial view of a cityscape with a mix of tall, modern buildings and older structures. Tree-lined streets and a visible river weave through the urban environment under a partly cloudy sky.

Local Support

Newcastle

A calm river reflects a modern building with a silver dome and an arch bridge in the background, under a clear blue sky at sunset.

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West Essex

Aerial view of a bustling town with scattered cars on streets. Buildings, including a prominent church, are surrounded by trees, with fields visible in the background.

Looking for support in another area?

If you live in Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, or Kent & Medway and are looking for support with your finances, debt or asylum, our partner sites are here to help. Use the links below to find dedicated, tailored care in your community.

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