Debt, poverty, and financial hardship

Support at Camden

People can find themselves in poverty, debt or financial hardship because of a major change in circumstances, others come from a background of entrenched, generational poverty. In Housing, and more widely across Camden, we have various services which support people on a journey towards a sustainable outcome.

Rent support in housing – If tenants are worried about being able to pay their rent, they can contact the Income team for help and advice by emailing [email protected] or calling 020 7974 4444 . This team can help developed person-centred rent repayment plans and manage payments on behalf of the tenant. More information can be found online: Paying rent for your council home - Camden Council

More information about our approach towards rent arrears can be found here: Money, rents & benefits | Housing

Cost of Living Support – Provide help with money and bills or if in debt, and advice and support you to access any help with money they may be eligible for. Tenants can get support if they:

have lived in Camden for at least 6 weeks

are the main tenant or Council Taxpayer

are over 16 years old and living independently, or 18 years old and over

are living in severe financial hardship

have not had 2 cost of living awards in the last 12 months

For more information visit: Refer yourself for money advice and support - Camden Council

Access to grants and funds – There are a range of grants and funds tenants experiencing vulnerabilities may be able to access. More information can be found here: Apply for grants, funds and loans - Camden Council

Council tenants may also be able to access Discretionary Housing Payments or the Cost of Living Crisis Fund

Tenants may also consider WISH Plus .WISH Plus referral hub is a way for Camden residents to get access to a range of warmth, income, safety and health services (WISH)

For community-wide improvements and initiatives, tenants can apply to the We Make Camden Kit — Camden Giving. Residents and community groups can apply to receive up to £2,000 to deliver ideas that contribute to four core themes, also known as Camden’s missions:

Access to food for all

Diversity in positions of power

Estates and Neighbourhoods

Opportunities for young people