Do you need Support with the Cost of Living?

Posted on: 28 Mar 2023

We’re all being affected by rises in energy bills, food and petrol which is making it hard for some people to make ends meet.

Derbyshire County Council has put together lots of information and advice, that is available locally, designed to ensure that you're getting all the help that you are entitled to.

There’s lots of support available to you – everything from how to claim free school meals to how to check if you are eligible for benefits and moneysaving tips.

There’s also information about energy efficiency, cutting down on food waste and details about other services you might not know that the council offers.

For further information, you can visit: www.derbyshire.gov.uk/costofliving

Keeping Up to Date

You can also get the latest news, advice and information about the Cost-of-Living support on offer by signing up to receive emails.

The council will be sending regular news and updates as well as information on how to check you’re claiming the benefits you’re entitled to, managing debt, cutting energy bills and food waste as well as advice on the local and national support that’s available.

You can sign up to receive emails here: Cost of Living support emails

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