You may be able to borrow money to help pay for university or college tuition fees and to help with living costs. You might get extra money on top of this, for example if you’re on a low income, are disabled or have children. The…
Cafcass (Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service) looks after the interests of children involved in family proceedings. The organisation works with children and their families, and then advises the courts on what they consider to be in the best interests of individual children.…
How to apply for child tax credit and working tax credit, including a calculator to show how much you might be able to claim, plus full information about renewing tax credits and tackling any problems / questions you might have.
Turn2Us is a national charity helping people in financial need access welfare benefits, charitable grants and support services. Includes an online benefits calculator and grants search tool. Also includes information on benefits available for people suffering from a disability or injury.
If you cannot get the advice you need from the websites below, we may be able help, or if you are a pensioner who is housebound we can refer you to the Local Pension Service. Merton Welfare Benefits Team offers local residents help and advice…
Merton Civic Centre 2nd floorLondon RoadMordenSM4 5DX
Wimbledon Guild is a community charity in Merton offering practical help and support, so you’ll never have to face life’s challenges alone. Whether you're worried about money, you’re feeling low or overwhelmed, or you’re looking for new friends and activities locally, we’re always here. Wimbledon…
The Wimbledon Guild Grants Programme helps those in financial hardship to buy items they desperately need but cannot afford. If you live in Merton and need financial help we can offer you a one-off grant to pay for things like food, gas and electricity, replacing…
Wimbledon Guild's HomeFood Café on Worple Road is a friendly social environment where everyone is welcome. We use fresh ingredients to make our tasty home-cooked meals, including organic fruit and vegetables grown in the Wimbledon Guild Community Garden. Tea and coffee are available from 9am…
Working Families is the UK's leading work-life balance organisation. Information is available for working parents and carers on their employment rights, Tax Credits and in-work benefits, maternity and paternity leave, flexible working options and maternity discrimination. A section is included for parents of disabled children.