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Help and advice

Access a range of advice and support, including money advice and guidance on social security payments and grants that may be available to you.

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Wokingham Foodbank and our support services are here to help, acting with respect and without judgement.

Advice helpline and online guidance

If you’re worried about money and struggling to afford the essentials, you can contact a free helpline for personalised support or receive guidance online.

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How to get help

Foodbank referrals

Our foodbank works using a referral system. Find out more how you can get a referral.

Fuel bank                            

Need help with your energy bills? Find out more how we can help.

Visiting a foodbank

After you have got a referral you can visit us and you will be welcomed by volunteers who will discuss your needs and food parcels.

FAQs                     

Here are answers to frequently asked questions

Financial support

Find out which social security payments and financial support you may be eligible for.

Benefits calculator

Social security provides financial support to certain people on low incomes, or to meet specific needs. Find out which social security payments you may be eligible for.

Energy bill support

If you need support with your gas and electricity bills, find out who to contact for help.

Grants search

A grant is financial assistance given by a charitable organisation. Find out which welfare grants may be available to you by using the grants search tool.

Get emergency food

If you need help, we can provide an emergency food parcel. We can help you find out where to get a food voucher for emergency food.

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