The Household Support Fund was distributed by councils in England between October 2021 and March 2022 to directly help those who needed it most. The grant was distributed through small payments to support vulnerable households meet daily needs such as food, clothing, and utilities.
On 23 March 2022 the Chancellor announced an extension to the Household Support Fund. The fund was extended to 30 September 2022 with an additional £500 million of funding to be used by local authorities to support vulnerable households.
As part of the Household Support Fund, Warwickshire County Council has launched its Local Welfare Scheme to distribute funding to vulnerable residents requiring items necessary for day-to-day living, such as food, water, and energy.
In addition, the Household Support Fund is providing short-term support for those who are struggling to access the essentials. More information on the fund can be found here.
Warwick District Council has provided additional financial support for its most vulnerable residents impacted by rising energy and living costs. Those that are eligible will qualify for a payment of up to £200.
Stratford-on-Avon District Council has made £50,000 available to support low-income households struggling to pay the bills this winter. The Energy Support Fund is being administered by Act on Energy on behalf of the council by making this payment either directly to the household's energy supplier or issuing prepayment vouchers.
Eligible households with children could benefit from up to £500 and households without children up to £300.
More information about eligibility and registering for the fund can be accessed here.