Cost of living support sections
All government help and support schemes
View an overview of all of the cost of living help and support schemes that you could be eligible for and apply today.
Heating and energy
If you need support with your heating or energy bills and are struggling with the cost of living, we have created a list of organisations that might be able to help you.
Food and shopping
If you need support feeding yourself or your family and are struggling with the cost of living, we have created a list of organisations that might be able to help you.
Money and finances
If you need money or financial support and are struggling with the cost of living, we have created a list of organisations that might be able to help you.
Housing and homelessness
If you need housing or homelessness support and are struggling with the cost of living, we have created a list of organisations that might be able to help you.
Mental health
If you need mental health support and are struggling with the cost of living, we have created a list of organisations that might be able to help you.
Employment and training
If you need support learning new skills or finding a job and are struggling with the cost of living, we have created a list of organisations that might be able to help you.
Children, young people and families
If you are a parent, or guardian, of a child or young person and are struggling with the cost of living, we have created a list of organisations that might be able to help you.
Help for carers
If you look after someone and are struggling to make ends meet at the moment, it's important to know that you're not alone and there is help available.
Warm and welcoming spaces
If you're looking for a warm, safe space to spend time in as the weather gets colder, many of the organisations, charities and libraries in Plymouth will be happy to welcome you in.
Free internet and wi-fi access
Plymouth's libraries have free internet and wi-fi access. Anyone can use the computers and it's free for library members.
Travel and transport
If you need travel and transport support and are struggling with the cost of living, we have created a list of organisations that might be able to help you.