Financial help and support

Find out which proofs we need to see when you make a new benefit claim, or make changes to your benefit claim

When providing proof to support your benefit claim, it's best to send them to us by email.

If you already claim benefits and need extra help to pay your Council Tax, home removal costs or rent in advance, our discretionary payments could help

Find out about crisis payments and how to apply, and get information about support in the holidays for families who get Free School Meals.

If you disagree with a decision we've made about your benefit claim, you can challenge it

Find advice services to help you manage your finances and support you with the cost of living.

Help is available for Brighton & Hove residents struggling with the cost of living.

Contact our Welfare Rights team to make sure you don't miss out on money that you can claim as benefits.

Find out about the welfare rights training courses we offer, and the benefits advice you can get from other organisations online.

If you can not complete a benefits form online, you can download and print a paper form instead.

If you don't want to complete a benefits form online, you can download and print a paper copy here