Around £36 million of benefits go unclaimed in Falkirk each year. Use our calculator to check what you may be able to get.

We'll help you:

• decide on which benefits you can claim
• claim the right benefits so you are getting all the money you can
• sort out problems with your claim
• appeal against a decision that you think is wrong
   

Worried about debt or bills? Our debt advice service has supported over 1,000 people in the last year.

We'll help you:

• Negotiate with your creditors
• Select the most appropriate debt option for you
• Apply for a formal debt solution, if appropriate

We can help if you don't know what support you can get, need advice on Council Tax or council rent, or need help to apply for council benefits and can't do it online.

Apply for a Crisis Grant or Community Care Grant if you need urgent financial help.
 

Find out if you get a Council tax reduction and apply.

DHP can help you pay your rent if your Housing Benefit or Universal Credit Housing Element award does not cover this in full.

You may get help to pay for school clothes, shoes and free school meals for your child.

Money to help young people aged 16–19 stay in education.

Find out where to get free period products in Falkirk.

Apply for a free bus pass if you are 60 or over.

Apply for free bus pass if you’re a young person aged between 5 and 21 years old.

 See where to get help in Falkirk. This includes food banks, free WiFi, period products, money advice and more.

Get support to help you find a job or training to get into work.

A safe place to save money or borrow money at fair rates.

You may be able to use the Simple Payment Plan. You can also contact our Debt Advice team for help.

Many companies give cheaper deals if you get certain benefits.

Multiply offers short, free courses to help you build confidence with numbers. The courses are easy to follow, reduce stress and you can even get a qualification at the end.

A savings scheme if you get Universal Credit. Save between £1–£50 a month and receive a 50% bonus after 2 and 4 years.

Talking about money can be hard. Get tips to help you feel more confident.

Expert advice on budgeting, cutting costs and making your money go further.
 

Ideas to help you save money without feeling like you're missing out.

Find out your money habits, including strengths and risks to help you manage money better.

Learn the signs of financial abuse and how to get help safely.

Learn about common scams and what to do if you think someone is trying to scam you.