AngelBox support is temporarily unavailable in this area.

This is due to high demand, capacity limits, or operational constraints.

🧾 Current Situation

We are working to restore delivery as soon as possible, but we are not currently accepting new applications for this borough.

🧍 Waiting List

In some cases, you may still be able to register your interest:

• Applications may be reviewed when capacity becomes available
• Priority will be given to urgent cases
• There is currently no guaranteed timeframe for reopening

📍 Explore Other Support

While AngelBox is unavailable, there are still local services that may be able to help.

👉 Check your borough support page above for alternative support options

👉 View our service areas page for updates on availability

Help others in your community understand and access support

Every family’s journey in Barnet is different.

You might want to share:

• What support you found helpful
• How easy (or difficult) it was to access services
• What made a difference
• Advice for other parents

Why Sharing Matters

Your experience can:

• Help other families find support faster
• Improve awareness of local services
• Reduce stigma around asking for help
• Strengthen community support

👉 Support is available locally — and reaching out could make a real difference

Step 1 – Speak to a Local Service

Start with:

• A Family Centre or children’s centre
• Your midwife or health visitor
• A GP or school support team

👉 They can refer you directly and help speed things up

Step 2 – Apply Through Barnet Council

• Visit Barnet Council website
• Apply for emergency or financial help
• Contact housing or support teams if needed

Step 3 – Ask for Urgent Help If Needed

• Tell services if you are struggling immediately
• Emergency support can often be prioritised

👉 You will not be judged for asking for help

⏱ How Quickly Can You Get Help?

👉 Always ask about urgent or emergency options if you are struggling

💛 If You’re Feeling Overwhelmed

Financial pressure can affect:

• Mental health
• Parenting confidence
• Daily wellbeing

👉 It’s important to know:

There is local support available, and you don’t have to face it alone

💷 1. Barnet Resident Support Fund (Emergency Help)

Barnet Council offers emergency financial help through its Resident Support Fund.

You may receive:

• Emergency cash payments
• Food vouchers or supermarket support
• Help with essential items (beds, white goods, baby items)

💡 How quickly?

• Urgent cases can be processed within a few days

👉 Apply online via Barnet Council or ask a support worker to help you apply

🏠 2. Housing Support & Rent Assistance

If you are struggling with rent or housing costs:

Support may include:

• Discretionary Housing Payments (DHP)
• Rent arrears assistance
• Advice if you are at risk of eviction

💡 How quickly?

• Depends on urgency — priority cases handled faster

👉 Contact Barnet Housing Services or your housing officer

🥫 3. Food Banks & Essential Support

Barnet offers access to:

• Food banks and emergency food parcels
• Community kitchens
• Local welfare referral schemes

💡 How quickly?

• Often available same day or within 48 hours

👉 Family Hubs, GPs, schools, or charities can refer you

👶 4. Family Services & Children’s Centres (Barnet)

Barnet Family Services provide:

• Pregnancy and early years support
• Parenting advice and guidance
• Help accessing financial support and benefits
• Emotional and wellbeing support

👉 Many services offer drop‑in sessions or quick referrals

🧾 5. Cost of Living Support Schemes

Barnet Council regularly provides:

• Cost of living support payments
• Help with energy bills
• Access to household support funds

💡 How quickly?

• Payments may be made within days to weeks depending on the scheme

👉 Check Barnet Council website or speak to a local service

👩‍👧 6. Support for Single Parents

Barnet recognises the extra pressures faced by single parents.

You can access:

• Priority access to some support schemes
• Family Hub guidance
• Help with childcare and financial advice

👉 Early support can make a big difference

🏥 7. Health & Pregnancy Support

Through NHS and local services:

• Midwives and health visitors
• Healthy Start scheme access
• Free prescriptions and maternity care

👉 These services also help connect you to financial and local support

If you live in Barnet, there is a range of support available through the council, NHS services, and community organisations to help families facing financial difficulty due to the rising cost of living.

At Basch Helps, we understand that when you need help, you often need it quickly and without confusion.

👉 This guide is here to help you understand what support is available, how to access it, and how soon help can reach you.

❤️ How Basch Helps Supports Barnet Families

Alongside local services, Basch Helps provides:

• AngelBox emergency support (baby essentials)
• Emotional support through befriending
• Help understanding what support you can access
• A safe space to talk without judgement

👉 We work alongside borough services to support families holistically