Financial Support and Advice
Entitled to...
Check which benefits you may be entitled to.
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Entitled to... |
Get Oldham Working
Get Oldham Working is a Council service helping Oldham residents to find work, training, and wellbeing support. We offer free, personalised help for anyone looking to improve their skills, find a job, or progress in their career. Whether you’re unemployed, returning to work, or already in employment, we are here to support you.
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Get Oldham Working |
We Can Help... Free School Meals
Check if you are eligible for Free School Meals support.
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We Can Help...Free School Meals |
NHS Healthy Start
If you are more than 10 weeks pregnant or have a child under 4, you may be entitled to get help to buy healthy food and milk. If you are eligible, you will be sent a Healthy Start card with money on it that you can use in some UK shops. We will add your benefit onto this card every 4 weeks.
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NHS Healthy Start |
Oldham Council - Children and Family Benefits
Check what children and family benefits you are entitled to.
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Oldham Council - Children and Family Benefits |
Oldham Council Family Hubs
Oldham Council Family Hubs are a one stop shop for all services that relate to families and children and provide a welcoming space to make it easier for families to access the support they need.
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Oldham Council Family Hubs |
We Can Help...Cost of Living
Are you worried about the rising cost of energy bills, food, and transport? You are not alone, the cost of living is rising and is affecting many of us.
We know it's a difficult time for many so please be aware support is available for you.
We can help with issues like debt, finding a job, heating your home, feeding your family and more.
You can ring us on the Oldham Helpline: 0161 770 7007
Open Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm
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We Can Help... Cost of Living |
The Crib
The Crib is a crisis response service in Oldham and Darnhill & Heywood in Rochdale for families who find themselves in immediate need of essential items. The Crib currently support families who have babies in nappies and/or who are pregnant. The holistic service offers a range of additional support services, including Therapeutic Coaching, Raising Young Humans workshops and appointments with a GP Trainee and/ or a Sexual Health Nurse.
The Crib operates on a referral based system only in the Oldham and Rochdale area - Make a referral to The Crib: www.tfaforms.com/4905241
Please find the contact information below:
The Crib @ John St
1 John Street,
Oldham,
OL8 1DF
Email: thecrib.johnst@sharedhealth.org.uk
Phone: 07487 506 192
Working Wardrobe
Clients are referred to Working Wardrobe via Get Oldham Working for an appointment. At the appointment, you will receive a full outfit of your choice for your interview and one-to-one support to help you prepare and feel confident. Once you’ve secured a job, we can provide additional work clothes to get you ready for your new role. Working Wardrobe is based at Shop 11, Tommyfield Market, Albion Street in Oldham Town Centre. It is open from Monday to Friday for appointment booked through Get Oldham Working.
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Working Wardrobe |
Money Saving Expert - Family
Great offers on days out and deals for a great time with the kids.
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Martin Lewis - Money Saving Expert - Family |
Citizens Advice in Partnership with Oldham Foodbank
Citizens Advice and the Oldham Foodbank are working together to provide comprehensive support to communities in Oldham. This partnership combines essential food assistance with expert advice on a range of issues, including benefits, debt, housing, energy, immigration and employment. Their goal is to ensure that every individual and family in Oldham has access to the resources and guidance they need to thrive.
Oldham Community Wardrobe
Oldham Community Wardrobe have a New Address and Referral System.
The Oldham Community Wardrobe is dedicated to supporting families in need across Oldham with clothes and other essential items.
Referral Email: ocwoldham@outlook.com
Pick-Up Address: 42 High Street, Lees, OL4 5AQ