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How to Apply for Benefits
Important Note
You can claim benefits while homeless. You don't need a fixed address to apply.
1
Gather Your Documents
ID (if you have it)
National Insurance number (if known)
Medical certificates (if applicable)
Bank statements (if available)
2
Start Your Application
You can apply:
- • Online at www.gov.uk/universal-credit
- • By phone: 0800 328 5644
- • In person at your local Jobcentre Plus
3
Get Help with Your Application
Our team can help you:
- • Fill out forms correctly
- • Gather required documents
- • Understand the process
- • Appeal decisions if needed
Available Benefits
Universal Credit
Main benefit for working-age people that includes:
- • Basic living allowance
- • Housing support
- • Child elements
- • Additional needs payments
Personal Independence Payment
Extra support for disability or health conditions:
- • Daily living component
- • Mobility component
- • Not means-tested
- • Can be claimed while working
Housing Support
Help with housing costs including:
- • Housing Benefit
- • Local Housing Allowance
- • Discretionary Housing Payments
- • Council Tax Support
Additional Support
Other help you might be eligible for:
- • Hardship payments
- • Cold Weather Payments
- • Budgeting Loans
- • Local welfare assistance
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- Citizens Advice: 0800 144 8848
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