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Household Support fund
Eligible applicants can receive up to £200 to assist with food and energy bills. The fund mainly supports pensioners and those receiving certain benefits. Applications require proof of eligibility and basic financial details.
Get Healthy
MECC Trust’s Get Healthy programme offers free wellbeing walks and social events for older adults in Birmingham. It helps improve physical health, reduce isolation, and build confidence. The sessions run twice a week in local parks.
Help with Benefits
MECC Trust’s Get Healthy programme offers free wellbeing walks and social events for older adults in Birmingham. It helps improve physical health, reduce isolation, and build confidence. The sessions run twice a week in local parks.
Benefit Checks
MECC Trust offers Benefit Checks to help residents ensure they’re receiving all the support they’re entitled to. They provide one-to-one advice, help with applications, and guidance on navigating the benefits system.
Council Tax
MECC Trust offers free help with Council Tax support, including advice on eligibility and applications to reduce bills. Their advisors provide one-to-one guidance to ensure you get the financial help you deserve.
Budgeting Help
MECC Trust offers free budgeting help to support residents in managing their money better. Advisors provide one-to-one guidance to create budgets and prioritise expenses. The service helps reduce financial stress and improve money management.
Universal Credit
MECC Trust provides free support to help residents apply for and manage Universal Credit. Their advisors assist with applications, form filling, budgeting, and appeals. This service ensures people get the benefits they’re entitled to and manage their finances effectively.
Job Seeking Advice
MECC Trust provides free support for job seekers in Birmingham. They offer advice on job searching, CV writing, and interview preparation. Their service helps residents improve skills and find suitable employment opportunities.
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