Help in a crisis
Rent or mortgage arrears
If you are likely to go into rent, mortgage arrears or are already in rent or mortgage arrears, please contact: Citizens Advice Wandsworth a local charity offering advice on a wide range of issues to anyone who lives or works in the borough.
See also:
- Wandsworth Housing team
- Shelter
- South West London Law Centres (www.swllc.org) Provides free and independent legal advice on social welfare issues, including debt and benefits. This includes help with tribunal appeals. Telephone 0208 767 2777
- Council Tax reduction
Crisis grants
If you're on a low income and facing an unexpected financial emergency, you may be able to apply for a crisis payment.
Mental Health Crisis Support
If you need help for a mental health crisis or emergency, you should get immediate expert advice and assessment.
Find out about mental health support in Wandsworth.
Domestic Abuse and Violence
If you are experiencing domestic abuse or violence, support is available to help you stay safe and access advice.
Find out about domestic abuse support services.
Refugee Support
If you are a refugee or seeking asylum, support is available to help you settle in the borough and access local services.
Find out about refugee resettlement and support.
Food
If you are struggling to afford food, there are a range of local services that can help.
Find out about food support available in the borough.
NHS Prescription Support
If you need help with the cost of NHS prescriptions, you may be entitled to free prescriptions or help to reduce your costs.
Find out who can get free prescriptions and how to save money with a prescription prepayment certificate (PPC).
Alcohol or drug addiction
If you need help with drug or alcohol addiction contact the UK Addiction Treatment Centre’s free and confidential telephone line on 0808 258 0352. If you are in crisis please ring 111 or 999.
Community Spaces
Socialise or just pop into a community space where a free drink is offered. Some community spaces are providing activities for residents of any age group. Children under 16 need to be accompanied by a parent or carer at all times. Libraries are also offering a free hot drink and have extended their opening hours.
Please see the following list of community spaces: Community Spaces Directory