Benefits and support

Discretionary Housing Payments
Eligibility criteria for Discretionary Housing Payments and how to apply.
Request a financial assessment due to changes in the Council Tax reduction scheme
Seek advice and support if you have been adversely affected by the Council Tax reduction scheme.
Welfare assistance schemes
Information on our back on track schemes.
Benefits help and advice
Organisations that can provide benefit advice.
Apply for free school meals
Who is eligible for free school meals and how to apply.
Food banks
A full list of food banks can be found on the Stockton Information Directory.
Support for people with disabilities or long term health conditions
Details of support you may be able to apply for if you have a disability or a long-term health condition
Universal Credit
Eligibility criteria for the government benefit Universal Credit and how to apply.