Crisis support

We work in partnership to provide support for residents of Plymouth who are in a financial crisis because of an emergency or other unexpected circumstances.

The council may be able to refer you to Foodbank for support. They might be able to help you with:

food
clothes for job interviews
budgeting
advice and support

Who is eligible for a Foodbank crisis referral?

You must live in Plymouth, and one or more of the following apply:

you've just started a new job and won't be paid for a while (you will need to provide evidence of employment)
a crisis such as illness has affected your ability to manage day-to-day essential living expenses
an unexpected bill arrives, such as funeral expenses, that puts you in financial crisis
there has been a change in your benefit entitlement. For example, a suspension or a change of circumstances, or you are waiting for a new benefit claim to be assessed. You will need to apply for a short-term benefit advance, hardship payment, and/or budgeting loan from the job centre before we can refer you to Foodbank.

How to apply for a Foodbank crisis referral

If you think that you are eligible for a crisis referral, phone 01752 668000.

Who can help me?

In addition to phoning 01752 668000, the following links contain information about organisations that might be able to support you.

The national Turn2us website has more information, help, and advice.