Financial wellbeing
Having a baby can be costly and finding out what financial support you are entitled to and how to apply for it can be overwhelming.
Below is some information that you may find helpful.
Financial help if you have children
It is also useful to know your maternity rights, when to inform your employers and staying safe at work. Maternity Action can give you some free advice.
Get help through Hackney Money Hub
Hackney Money Hub is a is a friendly, non-judgmental team that helps Hackney residents with financial struggles or benefits advice.
The expert officers can help you with
- Benefits advice: ensure you’re claiming all entitled benefits
- Home goods: get items for a property you’re moving in to
- Disability benefits: apply for disability benefits
- Cost of living: access one-off cost of living help
- Rent arrears: get help with overdue rent
- Rent deposit: secure a tenancy with rent in advance
- Council Tax debt: get help with Council Tax debt
- Cost of removals: get help with moving costs
Before you apply to the Money Hub, here are some key things you need to know:
- Only Hackney residents can apply – you must live in the London Borough of Hackney
- Provide accurate information – make sure to give your full name, address, phone number, and National Insurance number
- Read eligibility criteria for discretionary funds
In addition, please see information about free childcare.