The Crisis and Resilience Fund is now open for applications from the public.
The Household Support Fund is now closed. If you received a payment of £100 in 2025/26, please look out for another payment of £51.50, which we have been able to distribute as part of the final allocations from the scheme.
Financial support initiatives delivered in 2025/26
- £100,000 supermarket vouchers for families with children aged 1-18 in any early years setting: - No longer available (fully distributed to families in Torquay, Paignton & Brixham via the Family Hubs).
- Foodbanks - Support for 9 Foodbanks via the Torbay Food Alliance.
- Social Supermarkets - Support for 6 Social Supermarkets.
- Funding for Debt and advice services.
- Help for individuals in financial hardship – cash payments for households, allied for by partner agencies.
- Council Tax support - Extra help for working-age households who qualified for Working Age Council Tax Reduction on 1 April 2025.
- Direct cash payments- to more than 4000 households.
Other support
The Welfare Support scheme helps people who are setting up a home for the first time.
If you get Council Tax Support you can claim extra help with your Council Tax.
Torbay Community Helpline can provide a range of support and advice, telephone: 01803 446022
Other support in Torbay provided by Household Support Funding
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Preston Food Club - call: 07708 253999 email: prestonfoodclub@gmail.com
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ECOE Advice provides free energy and money saving advice for people living in Torbay.
More information and support can be found on the Government website
Free Home Energy Assessment with ECOE Advice
Take advantage of a complimentary home energy assessment offered by ECOE and enjoy the following benefits:
- Reduce Energy and Household Bills: Learn how to lower your energy consumption and save money on your bills.
- Access Grants and Schemes: Discover available grants and schemes that can enhance the comfort of your home.
- Assistance with Bill Tariffs and Supplier/Meter Issues: Get expert help to navigate complex tariff plans and resolve any supplier or meter-related problems.
- Crisis Support: In times of need, access crucial support services including fuel vouchers, white goods replacements, and debt advice.
Get Started
- Referral Form: Fill out our referral form to begin your journey towards a more energy-efficient home.
- Contact:
- Email: healthyhomes@ecoeadvice.org.uk
- Phone: 0800 772 3617 (please note the telephone is only staffed from 9am to 1pm on Monday and Wednesday mornings)
- Healthy Homes Clinics: Visit our clinics for personalized advice and support.
The Welfare Support scheme helps people who are setting up a home for the first time.