Friends of the Elderly

Small grants of up to £400 (£500 for couples) are available to support vulnerable older people living on low incomes in England and Wales.

Grants can be used to cover essential expenses such as purchasing a new fridge, paying unexpected bills, food, clothing, or covering gas and electricity costs. 

Friends of the Elderly currently have four grant streams open for older people who are of/over state pension age, have savings of less than £4,000 (£5,000 for couples) and who do not fit the criteria for other funders:

• Home Essentials to help with the cost of replacing everyday items, small home repairs and mobility adaptations;
• Digital Connection to help older people get online; 
• Financial Support to help with unexpected bills;
• Essential Living Costs including clothing, food, medicines and books.

Applications must be made via a third-party Referral Agent such as charities, local authorities, religious organisations, housing associations, community organisations, Information, Advice and Guidance providers and social services representatives, etc.

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