All across York, there are groups focused on making life easier for those struggling financially as a result of the cost of living crisis. Read on to learn more.
Community Food Banks
I AM REUSEABLE,
Open 10am-5pm seven-days-a-week this reusable food bank and community hub is open for whenever anyone needs support. No referral required.If you do have any extra food to donate, or are prepared to give up some of your time to volunteer please contact John McGall at iamreusable@gmail.com. 45 Aldbrough Way, York
The Collective Sharehouse
Tuesdays and Fridays 9:15-11am
Wednesdays 5-6pm
Clements Hall, Nunthorpe Road, York, YO23 1BW
Tang Hall Community Centre
Wednesdays 11am-12:30pm
Tang Hall Community Centre, Fifth Avenue, York, YO31 0UG
Luke’s Larder
Wednesdays 12:30-1:30pm
St Luke’s Church Hall, Burton Stone Lane, York, YO30 6DG
Lidgett Methodist Church
Tuesdays and Fridays
9am onwards
York Mosque Community Kitchen
Every other Thursday, from 12.30pm.
York Mosque, Bull Ln, York YO10 3EN
Lidgett Methodist Church, Wheatlands Grove, York, YO26 5NH
York Travellers Trust
Thursdays 10:30am-12:30pm
20 Falsgrave Crescent, York,
YO30 7AZ
York Vineyard Church
Tuesdays 10-12pm.
Hamilton House, 3 Fawcett Street, York
Door 84
Fridays 11am-1pm
Door 84 Youth and Community Centre, Lowther St, York, YO31 7LX
Bell Farm
Monday to Saturday 12pm-4pm
Bell Farm Social Hall, Roche Avenue, York, YO31 9BB
Hoping York Street Kitchen.
Every Sunday 2.30-4pm — Weekly free hot meal at King’s Manor front lawn. No referral required. Each Sunday this street kitchen cater to around 100 people, providing up to 250-two course meals. The food served is fresh but there is some frozen available for takeaway. They provide food for all dietary requirements including vegetarian and vegan. Call 07587 963233 for more information.
Times and dates are correct as of 09/07/2024 and were gathered from york.gov.uk. Please check ahead of attending.
Other Community Services and vital support contacts:
Trussell Trust York Food Bank
The Trussell Trust work out of a distribution centre on 5 Sterling Way, Clifton Moor. They operate on a referral-only basis so to benefit from their services you will have to register your details. The best way to do this is by speaking to Citizens Advice who will then refer you to the food bank who will issue you with a food bank voucher. 5 Sterling Way, Clifton Moor
Citizens Advice
0808 208 2138 (open Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm, closed on public holidays).
Alternatively for help in accessing a voucher, you can also call Citizens Advice York on 03 444 111 444, or their partner advice helpline on 0300 365 7700 (10am-3pm Monday-Wednesday and Friday
Edible York
They run a network of community gardens around York. They do have some produce and herbs available but focus their services on supporting residents who are looking to grow their own sustainable food.
Visit www.edibleyork.org.uk
for more information.
Age UK
Age UK provide free advice on all kinds of things like budgeting, energy saving, and more.
Call 0800 678 1602
Live Well York
www.livewellyork.co.uk.
An Information and Advice community website for all adults. Visiting the site will point you in the right direction for the charities and people to speak to on everything including housing, money, legal, carers, employment and more!
Financial Conduct Authority The FCA will point you in the direction of the right financial advisor for you. Call 0800 111 6768
York Financial Assistance Scheme
This scheme is in place to provide residents with support when facing financial or emergency difficulties. Reach out to see how you can benefit. Email yfas@york.gov.uk
York CVS
They support charities in the VCSE sector to make the most impact in York’s community. They run sessions every month at the Priory Centre that help make an impact. Call 01904 621133
York Fuel and Food Voucher Scheme
Vouchers are available for York residents to assist with the cost of gas, electricity, oil, bottled gas, and food. The vouchers are delivered by by advice support workers from both City of York Council as well as partner organisations. In addition to vouchers, they will provide financial support and advice to York residents affected by food poverty and fuel debt. Call 01904 552044
Income Services TEAM
incomeservices@york.gov.uk
Personal Budgets, Direct Payments & Charging
01904 554684
Deferred Payments, Invoicing & Payment Plans 01904 555111
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