Former soldier Dan Vaughan, who struggled after leaving the army, is rebuilding his life thanks to a veteran-specific HMO scheme in Solihull. Discover how the project offers housing and support.
Vulnerable Blackpool residents can apply for up to £300 in energy bill support. The scheme, funded by the DWP, runs until 31 March 2026. Find out if you qualify and how to apply.
Joanne Lewis, 57, gives up her Christmas to answer calls on Marie Curie's free support line, offering vital emotional support to those facing death and bereavement during the festive season.
Bereavement counsellor Sharon Jenkins from Marie Curie offers practical guidance for managing grief during the festive season, including creating a 'Plan B' and establishing new traditions.
Norwegian horticulturalist recommends Votrek secateurs for weak hands. Ergonomic design with ratchet mechanism minimises wrist strain. Now £18.03 on Amazon. Read our review.
RAF veteran Barrie Griffiths urges Hertfordshire residents to post messages of support for veterans this Christmas via Help for Heroes. Small gestures can combat loneliness.
Redrow South Midlands' Community Fund has awarded £2,600 to three Cambridgeshire organisations, supporting youth sports and adult disability services. Discover how the donations are making a difference.
Struggling families in Leicestershire can claim up to £170 in free supermarket vouchers via the DWP's Household Support Fund. Find out if you're eligible and how to apply.
The DWP's Household Support Fund will pause on 19th December, with payments not restarting until 5th January 2026. Leicestershire residents are urged to check eligibility for food and fuel vouchers.
Thousands of UK pensioners could be missing out on up to £441 a month in Attendance Allowance from the DWP. This non-means-tested support is available for common conditions like arthritis. Discover if you qualify.
Barchester Healthcare launches a national campaign with 12 practical tips to support vulnerable people this festive season, highlighting the vital work of carers.
Ramsdale Park Golf Centre celebrates a year of community fundraising, donating £32,000 to Emmanuel House and Cystic Fibrosis support. Discover how members made a difference.
Struggling UK households begin receiving £100 payments via the Household Support Fund. Find out if you're eligible and how to apply for this vital help with energy and food bills.
Low-income households can apply for emergency cost-of-living payments from councils. Grants of up to £200 can help with food and energy bills. Apply now for pre-Christmas support.
Hundreds of thousands of UK state pensioners with arthritis could be eligible for up to £441.40 per month in Attendance Allowance. Discover if you qualify for this non-means-tested support.
Sue Ryder invites Leeds to a 'Celebrate a Life' event on Dec 7. Find a supportive space for grief during Grief Awareness Week. Dedicate, reflect, and connect.
The NHS marks Grief Awareness Week, urging the public to be kind and seek support. Discover the symptoms of grief and where to find help during this difficult season.
Struggling UK households can apply for a £150 payment from the Household Support Fund from 9am on Monday 8 December. Find out if you're eligible and how to claim.
Greenwich Council launches new Household Support Grant with £250 payments for vulnerable residents this Christmas. Find out if you qualify for the financial support.
New £70 supermarket vouchers from the Household Support Fund will be automatically issued to eligible households in Wakefield from December 3rd. Find out if you qualify.
Ex-England star Alex Scott opens up on her 'invisible' osteoarthritis diagnosis in her twenties and how she manages the chronic pain. Discover her inspiring story.
Struggling UK households could receive up to £785 in DWP support before Christmas. Learn about Winter Fuel Payments, Household Support Fund and other vital schemes.
Lymphoma Support Group Cornwall offers vital emotional support and practical guidance to nearly 1,400 local patients. Find community and hope this Christmas.
Blackpool Council launches Household Support Fund offering £200-£300 payments to residents in financial difficulty. Check your eligibility and apply now.
Struggling East Riding households could get a £250 Cost of Living payment. Check if you meet the three key conditions for this vital DWP-funded support.
As a cold snap hits the UK, experts warn inadequate clothing can worsen joint problems like arthritis. Discover how to protect your joints and stay pain-free this winter.
London Mayor Sadiq Khan announces a permanent, three-year Road Victim Support Service following a successful pilot. The initiative provides emotional and practical aid to those affected by traffic collisions.
Cold hands and feet might indicate Raynaud's, a condition affecting circulation. Learn the symptoms, when to see a GP, and how to manage it effectively.
Thousands of state pensioners in Derbyshire are receiving a one-off £110 payment to help with the cost of living. Find out if you're eligible and how to claim.
Leeds residents receiving Council Tax Support will get a free £120 payment by November 30. Find out if you're eligible for this vital financial help.