Calling the Benefits Agency

Telephone numbers to the different DWP departments remain free of charge. Some telephone opening hours have changed, therefore you should check online about the specific department opening hours before calling to avoid delays. 

https://www.gov.uk/disability-benefits-helpline

https://www.gov.uk/contact-jobcentre-plus

https://www.gov.uk/contact-jobcentre-plus/existing-benefit-claims

https://www.gov.uk/universal-credit/contact-universal-credit

Welfare Rights Service

If you are helping someone with a benefits issue and you feel they need help, you may want to consider a referral to Camden ASC's Welfare Rights team. 

If you have any further questions about benefits or how the Welfare Rights team can support, you can contact the Welfare Rights Service Manager, [email protected]

Benefits Advice in Camden

Camden Care Choices website provides further information about benefits and services that offer support

Mental Health Camden website also contains information on where to access support.

Both websites contain information on other services available in Camden to signpost individuals who are not eligible for the Welfare Rights team.

There is general information and benefit advice on the Government website which can be found at gov.uk