Turn2us Benefits Calculator

The Turn2us Benefits Calculator is an easy-to-use online tool that helps you check what benefits you may be entitled to. It covers options like:

• Personal Independence Payment (PIP) (for those aged 16+)
• Attendance Allowance (AA) (for people over state pension age)

For more details:

• Personal Independence Payment (PIP) – GOV.UK

Universal Credit

Universal Credit is available to people who:

• Have savings under £16,000.
• Are looking for work, have limited capacity for work, or are unable to work.

To find out more or begin your application, visit:

• How to claim Universal Credit: step by step – GOV.UK

Employment Support Allowance (ESA)

Employment Support Allowance (ESA) is another benefit option. Unlike Universal Credit, ESA:

• Does not consider your savings, your partner’s savings, or household income (except pensions).

Learn more here:

• New Style Employment and Support Allowance – GOV.UK

Cost of Living Support

The government has introduced initiatives to help with the rising cost of living. You can check if you qualify for assistance here:

• Cost of Living Payments 2023 to 2024 – GOV.UK

Food Banks in Wiltshire and Swindon

Wiltshire Food Banks

For a list of foodbanks in Wiltshire, see the Wiltshire Council website.

Swindon Food Collective

Swindon’s local foodbank, Swindon Food Collective, provides food support to those in need.

Marlborough Community Fridge

The Marlborough Community Fridge helps reduce food waste while providing food to the community. Opening hours:

• Thursday: 9:00 am – 10:30 am
• Friday: 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
• Saturday: 9:00 am – 10:30 am