Money, debt and benefits
Money and debt
All money and debt problems can be solved and there are lots of organisations that offer free help.
Essex Floating Support gives housing related support, including how to:
- maintain your tenancy and prevent homelessness
- budget your money
- manage debt
- claim welfare benefits
Essex Floating Support Service
To access this service, contact Peabody.
The service is available in Basildon, Braintree, Brentwood, Chelmsford, Castle Point, Colchester, Epping Forest, Harlow, Maldon, Rochford and Rayleigh, Tendring and Uttlesford.
Your local Citizens Advice can speak to you in person or over the phone about money, debt and benefits.
Christians Against Poverty offers free debt advice and runs money courses in Essex.
You can also get debt and money advice from:
Help with loan sharks
Loan sharks are illegal moneylenders that often charge very high interest rates.
Visit Stop Loan Sharks to report a loan shark anonymously or find out more.
Essex credit unions
Credit unions are community co-operatives that provide savings and loans to their members. They can help you save regularly and borrow responsibly. Visit Find Your Credit Union to search for one near you.
Energy bills
The Essex Energy Switch is a collective scheme that negotiates cheaper deals from energy suppliers. You can sign up for free and are under no obligation to switch supplier.