Hardship Updates

As the temperature drops and nights draw in, it’s time to wrap up – winter’s here!

Getting your home ready for the cold and lagging all your pipes means you’re more likely to avoid frozen pipes and enjoy a hassle-free winter.

The Warm Welcome Campaign exists to turn poverty and isolation into warmth and local connection through the power of local Spaces made by and for the community.

CAfS the provider of the Cold to Cosy Homes Service in Cumbria has received extra funding that will help many more Cumbrians stay warm this winter.

Electricity charges have gone through the roof recently but taking steps to limit your use of energy can help you save a significant amount of money.

There are a wide range of foodbanks available to provide help across the North-West here we detail some of the latest additions to the Hardship Hub

The increased costs of living are making life hard for everyone. Our friends at United Utilities have provided us with some useful ideas on how we can take steps to reduce our utility bills.

We're really happy to relaunch the Hardship Hub with a whole new look and feel and approach. Read more about what we've done and why.