Household Support Fund
The Household Support Fund (HSF) is provided by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) to support those most in need with food, energy, or water bills, or wider essentials where appropriate.
Household Support Fund round 7
Pendle Borough Council’s application scheme is delivered by Citizens Advice East Lancashire. Households facing financial hardship can apply for additional support with:
- Food
- Energy and water costs
- Wider essential household items
How to apply for the Household Support Fund
You can apply if you:
- Live in Pendle
- Are experiencing financial hardship
- Need help with essential living costs (food, energy, water or household essentials)
To apply:
Visit the Citizens Advice East Lancashire website or contact them directly on 0808 278 7975 for support completing your application.
Additional Support from Community Partners
Alongside HSF, several local organisations provide food support, advice and help with issues such as debt, benefits, budgeting and housing:
- Christians Against Poverty (CAP) – Debt support, budgeting guidance, and practical money advice.
- Citizens Advice East Lancashire – Help with debt, benefits, work, housing, legal issues, and HSF applications.
- Pendle New Neighbours (PNN) - Helping refugees and asylum seekers.
- Pendle Community Food Network – Download guides to find free or low-cost food provision, hot meals, coffee mornings and extended support in your local area.
Need other support?
If you need emergency food, crisis help, debt advice or wider community support, please visit our Community Support Hub to find help in your local area.