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Local Welfare Support
Hartlepool Council has a small fund to help people who need support to live in the community.
Who can get help?
You might get help if you:
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Have been homeless or sleeping rough
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Are leaving hospital or prison
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Are leaving a care home or supported housing
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Are a victim of domestic abuse
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Have permission to stay in the UK
This is not a full list. Other people may also get help.
What can you get?
The council may help with:
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Basic household items (like a bed or fridge)
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Things you need to settle into a new home
They do not help with:
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Buying new things when moving house
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Replacing broken items
Do you need to be on benefits?
No. You don’t need to be on benefits. But you must show that:
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You really need help
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Not getting help could make your health worse
You must also be allowed to get help from the government.
How to apply
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Call: 01429 806895
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Email: [email protected]