Solihull Council has launched its Here2Help winter campaign to help residents know where to go for information, advice and support.
Solihull Council has launched a new campaign, in collaboration with local and national organisations, with the aim of signposting and supporting to a wide range of services. The Here2help winter campaign pages (found here) includes advice on “energy and fuel, money, food and essentials, and a range of services to keep people physically and mentally well.”
You should also be aware that parents who are in receipt of benefits or on a low income may be eligible to apply for free school meals for their child. You can find out more and learn how to apply by visiting the Solihull Council website.
Additionally, people over the state pension age (66+) and on a low income can receive help with living costs, by applying for Pension Credit. It also enables you to receive extra support via the Winter Warmth Payment, housing benefit, help with council tax as well as NHS dental care. Learn more and apply for Pension Credit by clicking here.
Community Advice Hubs
Solihull Connect Walk In Centres
The Winter Warmth Helpline
Supported by Solihull Council and provided by Age UK Solihull – provides support and advice to help people stay warm and well. Older people, those living with disabilities or long-term health conditions, carers and families with young children can contact the helpline via phone.
Opening Times
Phone lines are open Monday to Friday, 9AM – 5PM
Contact Information
Act On Energy
Works with Solihull Council to provide households help with fuel bills, prepayment meters, debt and boiler repairs and replacements.
Act on Energy have also collaborated with Carers Trust Solihull on numerous of our awareness days/events, and spoke with us on our podcast, Carers Talk, where they shared highly informative advice and detailed the support they can offer you.
Opening Times
Advice lines are open Monday to Friday, 9AM – 5PM
Contact Information
