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Other support
We work with local authorities, charities and other partners to provide you with more support.
Nobody wants to be in the situation where they need emergency food. That’s why we work with local authorities, charities and other partners to provide you with more support.
If you come to us for emergency food, you will also be given the opportunity to talk to our trained volunteers who can refer you to organisations who can help you in your specific situation.
Advice and support on money matters
- Arun and Chichester Citizens Advice offers free and independent advice on benefits, debt, legal issues, energy, employment and more.
- CAP (Christians Against Poverty)
Offers help with debt and money management skills. Find your local advisor on their website. - Selsey Money Support
Offers debt and money management advice to people living in Selsey. - Supporting You
Find out about a wide range of support from Chichester District Council to help with the cost-of-living. - Turn2us
Use the benefits calculator or grants search to find out what support you are entitled to.
Caring for others
- Carers Support West Sussex
Provides information, guidance and support for your caring role. - Carers Support Selsey
Supporting carers in Selsey.
Domestic abuse
- Safe in Sussex: Monday to Friday 9am to 2.30pm 01903 896202.
Online Chat: Monday to Friday 12.30 to 2.30pm via website www.safeinsussex.org - My Sister’s House: Emergency phoneline: Monday to Friday 10am to 2pm 01243 697800
- National Domestic Abuse Line – 0808 2000 247
- Victim Support – 0808 168 9274 or 24/7 helpline 0808 168 9111
Mental health
- Mind – West Sussex
Mental health support for people living in Petworth and Midhurst areas. - Chichester Peer Support
Mental health support for people living in the Chichester area. - Selsey Wellbeing Services
Mental health support for people living in Selsey. - Samaritans
Support for anyone struggling to cope. Call 116 123 FREE.
Housing
- Chichester District Council, Housing Advice Team
Advice and information for people who have housing problems or who are homeless. - Hyde
Advice and support for residents of Hyde housing. - Clarion Housing
Help and guidance for residents of Clarion Housing.
Homelessness
- Stonepillow
Offers support to homeless and vulnerably housed people in West Sussex.
Support for families
- Chichester Family Hub
Support and advice for parents, carers and young people. - Free school meals, West Sussex County Council
Your child may be able to get free school meals if you’re living on a low income. - Healthy Start
Get helping buying food and milk. - Home Start
Support for parents of young children. - Harbour Rotary Club
Visit the Harbour Rotary Club on during our foodbank sessions on Wednesdays at Chichester District Foodbank for clothes, toys and household items, or call us for a referral.
Other food and essentials support
- UK Harvest Community Hubs
UK Harvest rescue surplus food and reduce food waste in our community. Come to our Monday foodbank session at Chichester District Foodbank for a selection of fresh produce to take away. Or visit their community hubs. - Olio
Download the free Olio app to get access to excess food from supermarkets through community members. - West Sussex Libraries essential toiletries kits
West Sussex Library Service offers essential toiletries kits to those who are struggling to afford basic essentials. Visit any library and locate the essential toiletries stand to pick up a free kit. Available at all 36 libraries across West Sussex, while supplies last. Find your nearest library here.
Adult learning
- Read Easy
Read Easy Chichester & Arun (RECA) uses trained volunteers to deliver confidential, free, 1:1 coaching of adults who want to improve their reading.