Salford Assist
Salford Assist is a Salford City Council scheme that can offer short term support to people who are in a crisis, emergency or major disaster situation. These situations can mean that you are unable to meet the basic needs of yourself or your family.
Salford Assist doesn’t offer cash payments, but would consider your immediate needs and try to help with essential items such as:
- a referral for baby milk, nappies or food for your baby and your family
- essential furniture items, for example a bed, or white goods
- help with emergency supply of gas or electric where there is no heating in the household
- advice and referrals to another service, agency or fund
- council tax support
- copies of birth certificates for homeless people
Assistance may also include things such as seeking debt advice, referral routes to affordable loans and recycled furniture schemes.
How do you apply for help from Salford Assist?
Applying is easy. We just need you to complete an application form and meet some simple criteria. You will need to:
- have a six-month local connection with Salford
- show you don't have access to sufficient income or savings or receive a qualifying means tested benefit
- be prepared to apply for support from other agencies where appropriate
Applications can be made online via this link: How do you apply for help from Salford Assist? • Salford City Council or can be given to the Customer Service Team at one of the Gateway Centre's, Irlam Library or Broughton Hub. Gateway Centre's are located in Eccles, Pendleton, Swinton and Walkden.
Call the Salford Assist Helpline on 0800 694 3695 from 10.00am to 12noon and 2.00pm to 4.00pm Monday to Friday.
It’s really important to include the following when submitting an application form:
- proof of photo identification or two forms of original proof of address with your full name and address on it
- a recent bank statement (from the last four to six weeks)
- a copy of any entitlement/delays to benefits letters
- a signed copy of the declaration form and sharing agreement / privacy notice
Our awards are discretionary
This means there will be no duty on the council to make an award, each application will be considered on its merits. All other options for support should be investigated before an application is made.
Call the Salford Assist Helpline on 0800 694 3695 from 10.00am to 12noon and 2.00pm to 4.00pm Monday to Friday.
Age Range(s)
- 0 - 100
Who to contact
- Contact Name
- Salford Assist Team
- Telephone
- 0800 694 3695
- salfordassist@salford.gov.uk
- Website
- Salford Assist Website
- Parent Organisation
- Salford City Council
Time / Date Details
- When is it on
- Helpline open Monday to Friday 10:00am - 12noon and 2:00pm - 4:00pm
- Time of day
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Afternoon
Morning - Session Information
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10.00am - 12noon and 2.00pm - 4.00pm