Food and clothing
The cost of food has increased significantly this year. However, it really shouldn't have to be a choice between 'heating or eating'.
If you are struggling to put food on the table, please don't suffer in silence. There is local support out there.
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Uttlesford Foodbank
Providing food and care parcels during times of crisis. A referral to this service is needed and can be made by calling Customer Services on 01799 510510 or by emailing uconnect@uttlesford.gov.uk.
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TouchPoint
Helping to distribute produce that local supermarkets would otherwise dispose of but is still perfectly good to eat.
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Uttlesford Children's Clothing Bank
A volunteer-led charity which collects and re-distributes children's clothing to families who are in need.
Community Fridges
Community Fridges are stocked with items that are close to date or have a best before date that has recently passed - but are still good to eat.
Meal planning
Planning meals in advance can help many with their budgets and reduce food shopping costs. The NHS has a dedicated website which provides healthy recipes and meal plans.
Supermarket shopping tips
Money Saving Expert have put together a trolley full of ways to max discounts, including how to speedily find the cheapest supermarket for your items, time trips to bag the best yellow-sticker reductions and more.