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Household Support Fund

This scheme aims to support households in the most need.

This is how we will allocate the Household Support Fund in Torbay from April 2025 to March 2026

 

£100 support for fuel, water and food

This one-off payment will be available for you if:

  • You live in Torbay,
  • Receive a Welfare Benefit (Universal Credit, Employment and Support Allowance, Income Support or Pension Credit)

And either:

  • You or any partner receive Disability Living Allowance, Personal Independence Payments or Attendance Allowance, or
  • You have dependant children living with you

Please apply using the application form below. Paper application forms are also available at Paignton, Brixham and Torquay libraries.

Apply for the household support fund

We want to make sure we help as many people as possible with these payments so unless the scheme is undersubscribed you will only be able to get one payment in this financial year. We expect initial demand to be very high, so please allow 6 weeks to receive a decision on your claim.

Winter Fuel Payments for Pensioners

  • We will make payments again to Pensioners receiving Council Tax Support but not Pension Credit. Please do not contact us about this: details will follow from October

Financial Support Initiatives

  • Foodbanks - Support for 9 Foodbanks via the Torbay Food Alliance.

  • Social Supermarkets - Support for 6 Social Supermarkets.

  • Debt and Advice Services - Financial support available.

  • Help for Individuals in Financial Hardship - Available through partner agencies.

  • Council Tax Support:

    • Extra help for working-age households who qualified for Working Age Council Tax Reduction on 1 April 2025.
    • No need to apply; details will be sent to you.

Other support

The Welfare Support scheme helps people who are setting up a home for the first time.

If you get Council Tax Support you can claim extra help with your Council Tax.

Torbay Community Helpline can provide a range of support and advice, telephone: 01803 446022

Other support in Torbay provided by Household Support Funding

More information and support can be found on the Government website

Free Home Energy Assessment with Exeter Community Energy (ECOE)

Take advantage of a complimentary home energy assessment offered by ECOE and enjoy the following benefits:

  • Reduce Energy and Household Bills: Learn how to lower your energy consumption and save money on your bills.
  • Access Grants and Schemes: Discover available grants and schemes that can enhance the comfort of your home.
  • Assistance with Bill Tariffs and Supplier/Meter Issues: Get expert help to navigate complex tariff plans and resolve any supplier or meter-related problems.
  • Crisis Support: In times of need, access crucial support services including fuel vouchers, white goods replacements, and debt advice.

Get Started

The Welfare Support scheme helps people who are setting up a home for the first time.

Contact Welfare Support