Cost of Living support
Are you struggling with your finances due to the increasing cost of living? GroceryAid might be able to help.
Start with small steps
Starting small is a good first step in taking control of your financial situation, making it easier to understand where your money is going and what support may be available.
Start small
Plan your household budget
Budget planning is a helpful way to see what is coming in, what is going out and where you may be able to make changes.
Find out if you could claim more
Our benefits calculator can help you find out whether you may be entitled to additional financial support. Remember, this is help that you have earned through working so hard.
Find government support
The Government’s Help for Households service may be able to help you with everyday household costs.
Get help with debt
If debt is becoming difficult to manage, StepChange offers free and confidential advice to help you understand your options and find a way forward.
Apply for a Cost of living Grant
If you are working in Grocery now, in receipt of Universal Credit and struggling to manage your finances due to cost of living increases, you can apply complete the Financial Grant application form here and select ‘Cost of Living’ as your reason for application.
Start building a financial safety net
When you’re ready, you can begin to explore practical guidance on how to build an emergency fund.
When money worries affect how you feel
Financial pressure can affect much more than your bank balance. If money worries are causing anxiety or putting pressure on your relationships, support is always available.
Talk to someone
Our Helpline is a free, supportive and confidential way to discuss the issues that you’re facing. Sometimes, just talking to someone can really help.
Support for your relationship
If money worries are affecting your relationship or family life, counselling through Relate can help you talk through the stress and anxiety caused by financial difficulty.
You may be eligible for a financial grant
If rising household costs are making it difficult to manage your finances, you may be eligible for a one-off GroceryAid financial grant.
You can apply if you currently work in grocery and receive income-related benefits such as Universal Credit or Tax Credits.