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Money Matters

This part of the website helps you with money. It gives you simple advice to help you make good choices, especially if you need care or support.

You can also find people who give money advice. They are not part of the council, but they are trained to help. Here's what you can find:

  • Claiming Benefits. Find out what money you can get and how to ask for it.

  • Direct Payments and Personal Budgets. Learn how to get money to choose your own care.

  • Independent Money Advice. Talk to someone who can help you with your money.

  • Grants. See if you can get extra money to help you.

  • Help at Home. Find support to help you live in your own home.

  • Debt Help. Get advice if you owe money.

  • Looking After Someone’s Money. Learn what to do if you help someone with their money.

  • Power of Attorney. Find out how to let someone you trust help with your money and choices.

  • Local Help. See what help is in Hartlepool if you are struggling.

  • Saving and Borrowing. Learn how to save or borrow money safely.

  • Help for Self-Employed People. Get support if you work for yourself.

  • Student Loans. Learn how to get money for college or university.

  • Tees Credit Union. A safe place to save and borrow money.

  • Worried About Money? Find help if you are having money problems.