Financial Advice and Support
Referal Tools
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Neighbourhood Issues Advice Referral Tool | [pdf 321KB] |
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Housing and Homelessness Advice Referral Tool | [pdf 311KB] |
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Environment Advice Referral Tool | [pdf 393KB] |
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NHS Healthy Start
If you’re more than 10 weeks pregnant or have a child under 4, you may be entitled to get help to buy healthy food and milk. If you’re eligible, you’ll be sent a Healthy Start card with money on it that you can use in some UK shops. We’ll add your benefit onto this card every 4 weeks.
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We Can Help...Cost of Living
Are you worried about the rising cost of energy bills, food, and transport? You are not alone, the cost of living is rising and is affecting many of us.
We know it's a difficult time for many so please be aware support is available for you.
We can help with issues like debt, finding a job, heating your home, feeding your family and more.
You can ring us on the Oldham Helpline: 0161 770 7007
Open Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm
A text service is also available on: 07860 022876
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Free School Meals
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Free School Meals |
Children and Family Benefits
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Children and Family Benefits |
Get Oldham Working
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Get Oldham Working |
Working Wardrobe
Clients are referred to Working Wardrobe via Get Oldham Working for an appointment. At the appointment, you will receive a full outfit of your choice for your interview and one-to-one support to help you prepare and feel confident. Once you’ve secured a job, we can provide additional work clothes to get you ready for your new role. Working Wardrobe is based at Shop 11, Tommyfield Market, Albion Street in Oldham Town Centre. It is open from Monday to Friday for appointment booked through Get Oldham Working.
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Working Wardrobe |
Martin Lewis - Money Saving Expert - Family
Great offers on days out and deals for a great time with the kids.
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Money Saving Expert - Family |
Citizens Advice in Partnership with Oldham Foodbank
Citizens Advice and the Oldham Foodbank are working together to provide comprehensive support to communities in Oldham. This partnership combines essential food assistance with expert advice on a range of issues, including benefits, debt, housing, energy, immigration and employment. Their goal is to ensure that every individual and family in Oldham has access to the resources and guidance they need to thrive.
Oldham Community Wardrobe
Oldham Community Wardrobe have a New Address and Referral System.
The Oldham Community Wardrobe is dedicated to supporting families in need across Oldham with clothes and other essential items.
Referral Email: ocwoldham@outlook.com
Pick-Up Address: 42 High Street, Lees, OL4 5AQ
Holiday Activities and Food
As the ongoing cost of living crisis continues to put pressure on families across our borough, Oldham Council has invested in activities that can be accessed by all children and young people over the school holidays.
This is part of our ongoing package of support to help families who may be struggling and is designed to ensure all children have the opportunity to have a fun school holiday. These activities are available to all families with an Oldham postcode on a first come, first served basis.
The Programme offers a diverse range of activities, including sports, arts and crafts, music, and more, ensuring that every child can find something they enjoy.
Please click the Learn More link to see whats on.
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Holiday Activities and Food |