Do you need an extra £100 to help stay warm this winter?

If you’re on a low income, over 60 and live in Hampshire, you could get a grant of £100 to help stay warm this winter from the Surviving Winter fund.

With rising energy prices, an increasing number of people will be finding it hard to heat their homes this year. The Surviving Winter fund is open from 11 October until the end of March 2022 (or earlier if all funding is allocated before that date). You can access it via your local Citizens Advice.

The scheme is aimed at people who are over 60 and live in Hampshire and whose only income is the state pension (with or without state credit), or those who will struggle to heat their home adequately this winter. Successful applicants will receive a one-off grant of £100. The grant will be paid directly into their bank account. It can be used to help with heating costs or to buy food and clothes.

How to apply for a Surviving Winter grant

If you think you might be eligible, please contact Citizens Advice Winchester District. One of our advisers will support you with an application. Call Citizens Advice Winchester District for free on 0808 278 7861 or email advice@cawinchesterdistrict.org.uk.  Phone lines are open 10am to 4pm, Monday to Friday.