Cost of living grants and support

The rising cost of living is having an impact on everyone.

There are many types of help available to residents, from benefits and grants, through to discounts, food vouchers and help with managing debt and staying healthy. 

Visit the government's website to see what support you could be eligible for. 

Crisis and Resilience Fund

The Crisis and Resilience Fund (CRF) is a fund providing a safety net for people in England who are in crisis and in need of immediate financial help. Crisis payments are available to help people on low incomes with unexpected costs, including help with the cost of household fuel and food vouchers.

Cambridgeshire County Council has committed to using this fund to support households and individuals facing financial hardship.

For advice and support on:

• housing, including Crisis and Resilience Fund Housing Payment, please see our housing pages 
• money and debt including help with managing your finances, please see our money and debt pages
• energy bills including energy efficiency, please see ways to reduce your energy bills
• Community Hubs run by Cambridgeshire Acre
• Cambridgeshire County Council offer support in a crisis or times of hardship