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Aylesbury Vineyard Storehouse
We provide furniture, household goods, children’s clothing, child and baby equipment and emergency food parcels, free of charge, to those in crisis situations and financial hardship. Our Tuesday morning Community Advice Hub is an ‘all under one roof’ source of help and advice, from housing and benefit advice to help to get online. The Hub is open to anyone who needs help. Call 01296 424 440 or visit our website or Facebook page.
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Helping hand
Buckinghamshire Council Helping Hand team is available to help individuals or families in need, those on low incomes and those who are experiencing a financial emergency or crisis.
Age UK Buckinghamshire
Advice, befriending, welfare, home help, hairdressing, gardening, handyperson service, foot care, computer training. Visit the Age UK Buckinghamshire website for information or call to book an appointment at the Aylesbury office.
Freecycle
A grassroots & entirely nonprofit movement of people who are giving and getting stuff for free. Also on Facebook.
Get help with loneliness
If you are feeling lonely, please know that you are not alone. The British Red Cross is here to help you. One in five people in the UK say they experience feelings of loneliness, We are working hard to make sure that no one feels like they have nowhere to turn. Resources for adults and young people, including tips, coping skills, and local support.
The Farming Community Network (FCN)
FCN supports farmers and families within the farming community through difficult times. Volunteers, many of whom are involved in farming, provide free, confidential, pastoral and practical support to anyone who seeks help, regardless of whether the issue is personal or business-related.
National Debtline
More than eight million people in the UK have financial difficulties. We know that this can be tough to deal with. It can sometimes feel overwhelming, but there are solutions. National helpline 0808 808 4000. Fact sheets, budget tools and more, including live chat on the website.
BPAS (British Pregnancy Advisory Service)
The UK's leading abortion care service. We campaign for women's reproductive choices. Abortion treatment (including abortion pill by post), STI testing, contraception, help and advice.
Let’s Talk Loneliness
It’s ok to feel lonely, particularly at a time like this. Don’t suffer in silence, we can all help each other stay connected. Directory of support groups, online communities, help and advice.